Reverse CAGR Calculator
Calculate the initial value based on the final value, CAGR rate, and time period
Input Values
Result
Initial Value
Calculation Summary
With a CAGR of 0% over 0 years, an initial investment of $0 would grow to $0.
Enter the values and click calculate to see the initial value
How It's Calculated
Reverse CAGR Formula
Initial Value = Final Value / (1 + CAGR)^Time
The Reverse CAGR calculator determines what initial investment would be needed to reach a specific final value, given a constant compound annual growth rate (CAGR) and time period.
Example:
If you want to have $10,000 after 5 years with an expected CAGR of 8%:
Initial Value = $10,000 / (1 + 0.08)^5
Initial Value = $10,000 / 1.469
Initial Value = $6,808.03
Common Use Cases
Investment Planning
Determine how much to invest today to reach a specific financial goal in the future, based on expected returns.
Retirement Planning
Calculate what initial retirement fund you need to accumulate your desired retirement savings at a given age.
Education Funds
Determine how much to set aside now for your child's education fund based on projected education costs.
Real Estate Investments
Calculate property value in the past based on current value and historical appreciation rates.