ROI Calculator – Return on Investment
Calculate return on investment (ROI) for any project, purchase, or investment.
📊 Finance📐
Initial investment ($)
Final value or return ($)
Please enter valid values.
Formula & Reference
| Variable | Formula | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ROI Calculator – Return on Investment | result |
Step-by-Step Examples
Example 1
$10K invested, $13.5K return
- Gain: $3,500 | ROI: 35%
✓ 35% ROI
Example 2
$50K project, $75K return
- Gain: $25K | ROI: 50%
✓ 50% ROI
Example 3
$5K loss scenario
- Invested $10K, got back $5K | ROI: -50%
✓ -50% ROI
Real-World Applications
Investors
Calculate investment return quickly.
Business Owners
Evaluate project profitability.
Marketers
Measure campaign ROI.
Finance Teams
Quick return calculation.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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ROI ignores time
10% ROI over 1yr vs 10yr is very different. Use annualized return for fair comparisons.
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Not accounting for risk
Higher ROI often means higher risk. Always consider risk-adjusted return.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good ROI? ▾
Depends on investment type. Stock market: 7-10%/yr. Real estate: 8-12%. Business: 15-30%+. Higher ROI = higher risk typically.
ROI vs annualized return? ▾
ROI: total gain as %. Annualized: yearly average accounting for compounding. Better for multi-year comparison.
Negative ROI? ▾
You lost money. A -20% ROI means you lost 20% of what you invested.