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Investment Return Calculator

Project the growth of your investments with regular contributions, expected returns, and fee impact.

Investment Details

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Projected Returns

Projected Value (After Fees)

£135,180

Total Invested

£58,000

Return (After Fees)

£77,180

Fees Cost

£10,001

Year-by-Year Breakdown

YearContributedValue (After Fees)Value (No Fees)
1£12,400£13,156£13,216
2£14,800£16,523£16,664
3£17,200£20,116£20,362
4£19,600£23,949£24,327
5£22,000£28,040£28,578
10£34,000£52,985£54,916
15£46,000£87,480£92,252
18£53,200£114,229£121,772
19£55,600£124,365£133,068
20£58,000£135,180£145,180

Understanding Investment Returns

Investment returns come from two main sources: capital growth (the increase in value of your investments) and income (dividends from shares or interest from bonds). Over long periods, reinvesting this income can significantly boost your total returns through the power of compounding. This calculator helps you project how these factors work together over time.

This Calculator Site tool is designed to give you a clear projection of your potential investment growth. For more detailed calculations on compounding, you might find our Compound Interest Calculator useful.

The Hidden Cost of Fees

Investment fees may seem small as percentages, but they compound over time and can dramatically reduce your final pot. The difference between a 0.2% fee and a 1.5% fee over 30 years on a £100,000 portfolio could be tens of thousands of pounds. Always compare the total cost of investing, including platform fees, fund fees, and any trading costs.

Key Investment Numbers

Understanding key benchmarks and allowances can help you set realistic expectations for your investment journey. These figures are a useful starting point for planning. You can explore different scenarios using our Savings Calculator.

7-10%

Avg. historical equity return

£20,000

Annual ISA Allowance (25/26)

£3,000

Capital Gains Allowance (25/26)

How to use this Calculator Site tool

Enter your initial investment, how much you plan to add monthly, your expected annual return, and the investment period. The calculator will then project the future value of your investment, showing a year-by-year breakdown and the impact of fees. Adjust the numbers to see how different scenarios could play out. For salary-related calculations, see our Take-Home Pay Calculator.

Frequently Asked Questions

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