Stock Profit/Loss Calculator
Calculate profit or loss from stock trades
About this calculator
The Stock Profit/Loss Calculator helps investors quickly determine their gains or losses from stock trades by calculating the difference between purchase and selling prices. This essential tool accounts for the number of shares traded and provides instant results, making it invaluable for portfolio management, tax planning, and investment decision-making. Whether you're a day trader or long-term investor, this calculator simplifies the process of tracking your trading performance and understanding your actual returns on stock investments.
How to use
Enter your stock's purchase price per share, selling price per share, and the number of shares traded. The calculator will instantly compute your total profit or loss amount. You can also calculate percentage returns to better understand your investment performance relative to your initial investment.
Frequently asked questions
Does this calculator include trading fees and commissions?
This basic calculator focuses on price differences. For accurate net profit calculations, manually subtract your broker fees and commissions from the results.
Can I calculate profits for partial share sales?
Yes, you can enter decimal values for shares if you sold only a portion of your holdings or own fractional shares.
How do I calculate returns for dividend-paying stocks?
This calculator shows capital gains only. Add any dividends received during your holding period to get your total return.