Returns & Performance
Annualised Return
Definition
What is Annualised Return?
A return converted into an equivalent yearly rate to make periods easier to compare.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
A 5% return over six months is roughly 10.25% annualised if the same rate compounds for another six months.
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