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Simple return on investment

Compare total proceeds or benefits with the total cost.

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Your result

How this works

Compare total proceeds or benefits with the total cost.

Formula

ROI = (total benefits − total cost) ÷ total cost × 100.

Assumptions and limits

Not annualised. Benefits must include any returned capital when evaluating an investment sale.

Worked example

Replace the example with your own figures, then compare scenarios. Include all relevant costs and use records from matching periods.