Revenue Growth Calculator
Works out how fast revenue grew, in total and per period.
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The formula
growth = (later − earlier) ÷ earlier compound growth = (later ÷ earlier)^(1 ÷ periods) − 1
Total growth covers the whole stretch. Compound growth is the same rate repeated each period to get from the first figure to the last.
What to watch out for
Compare periods of the same length. If sales are seasonal, compare a quarter with the same quarter a year earlier and not with the one before it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I calculate revenue growth?
Take the change in revenue and divide it by the earlier figure. Going from 100,000 to 150,000 is growth of 50%.
Why is compound growth lower than total growth divided by the periods?
Each period grows on top of the last. Growth of 50% over 3 periods is 14.47% a period, compounded, and not 16.67%.
Can a high growth rate be misleading?
Yes. Percentages from a small starting figure look large, and revenue bought with heavy discounts or marketing can grow while profit falls. Check what share of the growth comes from one-off sales or an acquisition.