How to use the ROI Calculator
Estimate return on investment (roi) from amount invested, amount returned with the ROI Calculator. It includes Return on Investment (ROI), Annualized ROI, Annualized ROI by dates workflows, so choose the one that matches the values you actually know. Use it as a planning baseline, then compare the estimate with current rates, fees, taxes, and provider terms.
Step by step
- For the ROI example, select Return on Investment (ROI) and enter amount invested, amount returned. Keep each value in the unit displayed beside its field.
- Review the selected ROI workflow and inputs, then read return on investment (roi) in the result panel.
- Change one ROI assumption at a time to compare scenarios. Use Reset to restore this tool's worked example values.
How the calculation works
Calculates gain, total ROI, and compound annualized ROI.
Worked example
To reproduce the ROI worked example, reset the calculator. Select the Return on Investment (ROI) workflow. Use amount invested $10,000; amount returned $15,000. The result is return on investment (roi) of 50%. Investment Gain: $5,000.00. Review the displayed units before comparing the result.
Understanding the result
The ROI reports return on investment (roi). Use it as a planning baseline, then compare the estimate with current rates, fees, taxes, and provider terms. Planning estimate only. Rates, fees, taxes, eligibility rules, timing, and provider terms can change the result.
How to check the answer
Check the ROI result by entering the same amount invested, amount returned in an independent statement, lender, provider, or official tool. Change one input and confirm that return on investment (roi) moves in the direction implied by Calculates gain, total ROI, and compound annualized ROI.
Common questions
What does the ROI calculate?
Estimate return on investment (roi) from amount invested, amount returned with the ROI Calculator.
Which inputs does the ROI example use?
The worked example uses amount invested, amount returned in the Return on Investment (ROI) workflow. Other workflows can show different fields. Keep the chosen workflow and units with the result when comparing calculations.
Is the ROI result exact?
Planning estimate only. Rates, fees, taxes, eligibility rules, timing, and provider terms can change the result. Recheck amount invested, amount returned and use return on investment (roi) only for a decision where that level of precision is appropriate.