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Live answer12.47%growth multiple 1.8× · at 8%/yr benchmark would reach $14,693.28
Live result12.47%growth multiple 1.8× · at 8%/yr benchmark would reach $14,693.28
Formula used

CAGR = (ending value ÷ starting value)^(1 ÷ years) − 1. Growth multiple = ending value ÷ starting value. Comparison ending value = starting value × (1 + comparison rate ÷ 100)^years.

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CAGR Calculator: 12.47%. growth multiple 1.8× · at 8%/yr benchmark would reach $14,693.28

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CAGR = (ending value ÷ starting value)^(1 ÷ years) − 1. Growth multiple = ending value ÷ starting value. Comparison ending value = starting value × (1 + comparison rate ÷ 100)^years.
  1. Apply the formulaCAGR = (ending value ÷ starting value)^(1 ÷ years) − 1. Growth multiple = ending value ÷ starting value. Comparison ending value = starting value × (1 + comparison rate ÷ 100)^years.12.47%growth multiple 1.8× · at 8%/yr benchmark would reach $14,693.28

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Starting value
10,000 start
Enter the beginning value, revenue, account balance, price or quantity.
Ending value
18,000 end
Enter the ending value after the full period.
Time period
5 years
Enter the elapsed time in years. Use decimals for partial years.
Comparison annual rate
8 %
Optional benchmark rate for the what-if comparison and printed record.

Resulting answer

12.47%

growth multiple 1.8× · at 8%/yr benchmark would reach $14,693.28

Answer
12.47%
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growth multiple 1.8× · at 8%/yr benchmark would reach $14,693.28

Assumptions used

What this answer assumes

Best for investment statements, revenue growth, website traffic, business metrics, classroom finance examples and board-pack notes where the period and endpoints need to stay visible.

  • Starting value must be greater than zero because CAGR divides by the starting value.
  • The calculator treats the start and end values as positive nominal values before taxes, fees, cash flows or inflation adjustments unless the user has already included them.
  • CAGR is a smoothed annual rate; it does not show volatility, drawdowns, sequence of returns or cash-flow timing inside the period.
  • The comparison annual rate compounds once per year for a simple benchmark scenario.
  • For investment, tax, accounting or legal decisions, confirm figures with the original statements and a qualified professional where needed.

Master’s Tip

How to use the result well

Master’s Tip: use CAGR to compare long-period growth rates, but do not mistake it for a year-by-year history. Print the start value, end value and years beside the CAGR so the smooth rate does not hide a bumpy path.

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Starting value
10,000 start
Enter the beginning value, revenue, account balance, price or quantity.
Ending value
18,000 end
Enter the ending value after the full period.
Time period
5 years
Enter the elapsed time in years. Use decimals for partial years.
Comparison annual rate
8 %
Optional benchmark rate for the what-if comparison and printed record.

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12.47%

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12.47%growth multiple 1.8× · at 8%/yr benchmark would reach $14,693.28

Inputs

Starting value
10,000 start
Ending value
18,000 end
Time period
5 years
Comparison annual rate
8 %

Method

CAGR = (ending value ÷ starting value)^(1 ÷ years) − 1. Growth multiple = ending value ÷ starting value. Comparison ending value = starting value × (1 + comparison rate ÷ 100)^years.

  1. If a value grows from 10,000 to 18,000 over 5 years, the growth multiple is 18,000 ÷ 10,000 = 1.8. CAGR = 1.8^(1 ÷ 5) − 1 = 12.47% per year, before any taxes, fees, inflation or cash-flow timing adjustments.

Assumptions

  • Starting value must be greater than zero because CAGR divides by the starting value.
  • The calculator treats the start and end values as positive nominal values before taxes, fees, cash flows or inflation adjustments unless the user has already included them.
  • CAGR is a smoothed annual rate; it does not show volatility, drawdowns, sequence of returns or cash-flow timing inside the period.
  • The comparison annual rate compounds once per year for a simple benchmark scenario.

Notes

Use this space on the printed report for client, supplier, classroom, job-location, measurement, quote or approval notes.

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