ROI Calculator

Our ROI Calculator helps you calculate the return on investment quickly and accurately. Enter your investment amount and gains to determine ROI percentage and evaluate the profitability of business or personal projects. Ideal for investors, business owners, and financial planners.

Simple ROI Calculator
Basic return on investment
Total cost of investment
Current or ending value
Marketing ROI Calculator
Campaign return analysis
Optional: Direct product costs
Annualized ROI Calculator
Time-adjusted returns
Business Investment ROI
Equipment, training, etc.
Cost savings or additional revenue per year
ROI Benchmarks & Guidelines
Investment Types
  • Stock Market: 7-10% annually (historical average)
  • Real Estate: 8-12% annually
  • Business Equipment: 15-25%
  • Marketing Campaigns: 300-500%
ROI Interpretation
  • Positive ROI: Investment is profitable
  • Negative ROI: Investment loses money
  • Higher ROI: Better investment performance
  • Compare: Against alternative investments

FAQ – ROI Calculator

What is an ROI Calculator?

An ROI (Return on Investment) Calculator helps you measure the profitability of an investment by comparing the gain or loss relative to its initial cost. It’s a key tool for evaluating financial performance.

How does the ROI Calculator work?

Enter your initial investment amount and the final return value. The calculator uses the ROI formula to show your profit or loss as a percentage of your initial investment.

What is the formula for ROI?

The standard ROI formula is:
ROI (%) = (Net Profit / Investment Cost) × 100
where Net Profit = Final Value – Initial Investment.

Why is ROI important?

ROI helps investors and businesses evaluate how effectively money has been used. It assists in comparing multiple investments to identify the most profitable one.

Can ROI be negative?

Yes. A negative ROI means the investment resulted in a loss, where the returns were less than the initial cost.

Does the ROI Calculator account for time?

No. This calculator provides a simple ROI percentage. To evaluate performance over time, you should use metrics like annualized ROI or CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate).

Can this calculator be used for business and personal investments?

Yes. The ROI Calculator works for any investment type — business projects, marketing campaigns, real estate, stocks, or personal savings.

How accurate is the ROI calculation?

The calculator provides an accurate ROI percentage based on your inputs. However, actual returns may vary if there are additional factors like taxes, fees, or inflation.