Stock Profit/Loss Calculator
Calculate the profit or loss on your stock trades by entering purchase price, selling price, and the number of shares traded.
Parameters
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shares
Results Summary
Total Investment
$1,000
Total Sale Value
$1,500
Profit/Loss
+$500
P&L %
+50%
Mathematical Formula
This calculator determines the results based on the following standard financial formula for Stock Profit & Loss:
P&L = (Sell Price - Buy Price) × Quantity
Variables Glossary
- Total Investment
- Total amount spent to buy the shares
- Total Sale Value
- Total amount received from selling the shares
- Profit/Loss
- Net gain or loss from the trade
- Return %
- Profit or loss as a percentage of investment
Stock profit or loss is calculated as the difference between total sale value and total investment. The percentage return shows this relative to the invested amount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this include brokerage fees?
This calculator shows basic profit/loss. For accurate taxable P&L, consider deducting brokerage, STT, exchange fees, and other transaction charges.
What is a good return on stock trading?
Returns vary based on time horizon and market conditions. Short-term traders may aim for 10-20% per trade, while long-term investors typically target 12-15% annualized returns.