Stock Profit/Loss Calculator

How it's calculated

Net P/L = (sell price − buy price) × quantity − charges. Charges are applied as a percentage of the buy value plus the sell value.

Working out profit or loss on a share trade

Your gain or loss on a trade is the sale value minus the buy value, then minus the brokerage and other charges you paid on both sides. Looking only at the price difference overstates your profit, because charges are taken out of it.

In the example values, buying 100 shares at ₹450 and selling at ₹512.50 gives a gross profit of ₹6,250 and a net profit of ₹6,153.75 after charges at 0.1% on both legs. The calculator also shows your return on the money invested and the sell price at which you only break even.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate profit or loss on a stock?

Net profit = (sell price − buy price) × quantity − charges. Enter your quantity, prices and a charge percentage to see it.

What is the break-even price?

It is the sell price at which your profit after charges is zero. Selling above it makes a profit; selling below it makes a loss.

Does this include tax?

No. It shows the result before tax. Use the Capital Gains Tax Calculator to estimate tax on a gain.

How to use the Stock Profit/Loss Calculator

Enter quantity, buy price, sell price, charges (both legs). The calculator updates as you type and shows Net profit / loss, along with the figures behind it. It runs in your browser, so nothing you enter is sent anywhere. Use the Reset button to go back to the example values.