G/C Percentage Calculator
Calculate gain-to-cost percentage ratios for investments, business decisions, and financial analysis. Understand how much you've gained or lost relative to your original investment.
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G/C Percentage Formula
G/C Percentage = (Gain ÷ Cost) × 100
Where:
- • Gain (G) = Final Value − Cost Value
- • Cost (C) = Original Value
Sample G/C Percentage Calculations
| Cost (C) | Final Value | Gain (G) | G/C % | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $1,200 | $200 | 20% | |
| $5,000 | $4,500 | -$500 | -10% | |
| $10,000 | $12,500 | $2,500 | 25% |
Understanding G/C Percentage
What It Is
G/C Percentage measures how much you've gained or lost relative to your original investment. It's calculated as: (Gain ÷ Cost) × 100
Why It Matters
This percentage helps investors, business owners, and individuals compare different opportunities and track performance consistently.
How to Calculate
If you invest $1,000 and it becomes worth $1,300, your gain is $300. G/C percentage = ($300 ÷ $1,000) × 100 = 30%.
Key Points
- Negative percentages show losses
- Always use original cost as the base
- Perfect for comparing investments of different sizes
- Common in finance, business, and personal finance
Common Applications
Stock returns, business profitability, real estate investments, personal savings goals, and expense analysis.
This calculator makes percentage calculations instant and accurate, with visual feedback to help you understand your results at a glance.