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How to calculate Total stock return

The Total stock return formula, with plain worked examples you can check yourself.

Total stock return = (End − Start + D) ÷ Start × 100

The result is a percentage (%).

Worked examples

Start = 500 · End = 571 · D = 4Total stock return = 15%
Start = 400 · End = 518 · D = 2Total stock return = 30%
Start = 500 · End = 523 · D = 2Total stock return = 5%

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 Investing & Returns.

Related terms

DividendBondHedgingArbitrageLeverageAsset allocation

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