Capital Gains Yield Calculator
Calculate capital gains yield from initial and current price. CGY = (Current - Initial) / Initial. Excludes dividends.
Use the Capital Gains Yield Calculator
Enter initial and current price. Capital gains yield and price change are calculated.
Price inputs
Initial and current price per share.
Results
Capital gains yield (%)
15%
Price change ($)
$15.00
CGY = (Current - Initial) / Initial. Excludes dividends.
How this calculator works
Enter initial and current price. CGY = (Current - Initial) / Initial, expressed as a percentage.
How to interpret your results
CGY shows price appreciation only. Combine with dividend yield for total return.
Common mistakes to avoid
Using the wrong price (e.g. split-adjusted vs not); including dividends in the yield; or mixing currencies.
FAQs
What is capital gains yield?▾
The percentage price change: (Current price - Initial price) / Initial price. It does not include dividends.
Which inputs matter most?▾
Initial (purchase) price and current price. Both must be positive.
What assumptions does it make?▾
Single purchase and single current price. No dividends or splits.
How do I get total return?▾
Add dividend yield to capital gains yield for total return, if you receive dividends.
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