Real Return Calculator

Calculate returns adjusted for the impact of inflation.

Investment Return (%)

Inflation Rate (%)

Expected Return (p.a.)

Time Period (Years)

Yrs

Scenario Analysis (Assumed Returns)

Conservative

10%

33,637

Base

12%

48,231

Higher

14%

68,717

Labels are estimates based on your base rate (12%).

Estimated Maturity Value

5.66%

Initial Investment

₹5,000

Return Percentage

5.66%

Portfolio Mix

Invested

Returns

Growth Curve

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You invest ₹5,000 every month for 20 years. At an estimated 12% annual return, your total investment is ₹5,000 and the estimated total value is approximately ₹6. Around ₹12 represents estimated growth.

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How it works

Measures the actual increase in purchasing power after subtracting inflation.

The formula

Real Return = ((1 + Nominal Rate) / (1 + Inflation Rate)) - 1

Nominal: The stated return rate

Worked example

10% return with 6% inflation gives a real return of ~3.77%.

Pro tips

Aim for investments that provide positive real returns.
Inflation is the 'hidden tax' on your wealth.

Common mistakes

Focusing only on nominal returns (e.g., FD at 7% vs 6% inflation).

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Institutional grade calculations are illustrative and for educational wealth architecture. Results do not constitute investment advice.