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What is my actual growth rate?

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Use comparable starting and ending values and the exact elapsed years between them.
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(ending ÷ starting)^(1 ÷ years) − 1.

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Starting value and elapsed years must be above zero. Ending value may be zero, which correctly gives −100% CAGR.

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Definition and method

What this calculator answers

Compound annual growth rate from a starting and ending value — a backward-looking smooth read across the observed years.

CAGR

CAGR = (end ÷ start)^(1/years) − 1. The compound annual growth rate — the smoothed growth rate over a multi-year period.

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Frequently asked questions

What is CAGR?

CAGR = (ending ÷ starting)^(1/years) − 1. The compound annual growth rate — the smoothed growth rate over a multi-year period. Removes the year-by-year swings from the read.

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Why use CAGR instead of YoY for multi-year data?

YoY reads only the most recent year; CAGR isolates the steady-state growth rate. Pick CAGR for the long-term trend; YoY for the most recent signal; both together for the full trend picture.

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When is the formula misleading?

When the data is non-monotonic (declines then rebounds, or vice versa). Trim outlier years or read only the most recent 24-month trend if the data is choppy.

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How do I size CAGR for a small base?

A small absolute base can produce a wild CAGR (5 → 20 = 300% YoY). Compare against a larger absolute baseline — a 30% CAGR off a $100k base is impressive; off a $10k base it is a single large order.

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Educational use, not financial advice. Numbers are estimates for planning; consult a qualified professional before acting on them.