How to Calculate Percentage Change Over Time

Introduction

This guide explains how to calculate percentage change over time.

Steps to Calculate Percentage Change Over Time

  1. Enter the Initial Value:
    Enter the starting value.

  2. Enter the Final Value:
    Enter the ending value.

  3. Enter the Time Period:
    Enter the time period over which the change occurred.

  4. Calculate the Percentage Change:
    The percentage change will be displayed automatically.

Formulas

Annualized Growth Rate = ((Final Value / Initial Value)^(1 / Number of Years) - 1) * 100

Simple Growth Rate = ((Final Value - Initial Value) / Initial Value) * 100

Example

If the initial value is 1000, the final value is 1500, and the time period is 5 years, what is the annualized growth rate?

Annualized Growth Rate = ((1500 / 1000)^(1 / 5) - 1) * 100 = 8.45%


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