ROI Calculator
ROI (Return on Investment) shows how much an investment earned as a percentage. Enter the amount invested and the total return, and we will compute your net profit and ROI percentage. Add a time period to also see annualized ROI.
Frequently Asked Questions About ROI
What is ROI?
ROI (Return on Investment) expresses the net profit earned relative to the amount invested, as a percentage. It is the most common way to measure an investment’s profitability.
How is ROI calculated?
ROI = (Return − Investment) ÷ Investment × 100. For example, investing 10,000 and getting back 13,000 is a 30% ROI.
What is a good ROI?
It depends on the investment type and time frame. A positive ROI that beats your alternatives (savings, index funds, etc.) is generally good — but weigh the risk and duration too.
ROI vs ROAS — what is the difference?
ROAS only compares ad revenue to ad spend. ROI measures net profit against the whole investment, so it is broader.
What is annualized ROI?
It is ROI reduced to a yearly average, so investments of different lengths can be compared fairly. Enter a period and the tool computes it automatically.
What should I watch for when calculating ROI?
Include all income in the return and all costs (fees, taxes, operations) in the investment. Otherwise ROI looks higher than it really is.