The Profit/Loss Calculator helps traders instantly calculate gains or losses from stock trades. Simply enter your buy price, sell price, and quantity to see your total profit or loss along with the percentage return on your investment.
How Does the Profit/Loss Calculator Work?
The calculator computes the difference between your selling and buying prices, multiplied by the quantity traded. A positive result indicates profit, while a negative result shows loss. The percentage helps you understand your return relative to the investment.
Profit/Loss = (Sell Price - Buy Price) × QuantityWhere:
- • Buy Price = Price per share when purchased
- • Sell Price = Price per share when sold
- • Quantity = Number of shares traded
- • P&L % = (Profit/Loss ÷ Total Buy Value) × 100
Example: Calculating Trade Profit
Arun bought and sold Tata Motors shares.
Trade Details:
• Buy Price: ₹650 per share
• Sell Price: ₹720 per share
• Quantity: 50 shares
Calculations:
• Total Buy Value: ₹650 × 50 = ₹32,500
• Total Sell Value: ₹720 × 50 = ₹36,000
• Profit: ₹36,000 - ₹32,500 = ₹3,500
• Profit %: (₹3,500 ÷ ₹32,500) × 100 = 10.77%
Arun made ₹3,500 profit (10.77% return) on this trade!
Gross vs Net Profit
Remember to account for charges when calculating actual profits:
| Type | Calculation | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Profit | (Sell - Buy) × Qty | Raw profit before charges |
| Net Profit | Gross - All Charges | Actual money in hand |
| Charges | Brokerage + STT + GST + Others | All trading costs |
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⚠️ Disclaimer
The figures provided by this calculator are estimates based on the inputs you provide and standard financial formulas. STOCKCALC.IN does not offer investment advice. Please consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.