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How to calculate Growth rate

The Growth rate formula, with plain worked examples you can check yourself.

Growth rate = (B − A) ÷ A × 100

The result is a percentage (%).

Worked examples

A = 300 · B = 600Growth rate = 100%
A = 100 · B = 120Growth rate = 20%
A = 500 · B = 750Growth rate = 50%

How to use it

  1. Write down the values for each letter in the formula.
  2. Do the brackets first, then divide or multiply.
  3. Multiply by 100 to show the answer as a percentage.
  4. Compare the answer with last period or with a competitor to see if it is good or bad.

This formula belongs to Funding & Growth.

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