Instant calculator
Drawdown Calculator
Use the drawdown calculator to measure how far a trading account or investment has fallen from its high-water mark.
How to use
Quick steps
- Enter peak account value, current account value.
- Review the instant answer block and supporting calculations.
- Compare the result with related tools in the same category before making a decision.
Formula
How this calculator works
Drawdown = (peak value - current value) / peak value x 100
Drawdown helps measure pain and recovery difficulty, but it does not show how long the drawdown lasted.
FAQ
Common questions
How does the drawdown calculator work?
It uses Drawdown = (peak value - current value) / peak value x 100. Enter peak account value, and current account value to generate an instant estimate.
When should I use this drawdown calculator?
Measure drawdown from equity peak to current balance.
What should I keep in mind?
Drawdown helps measure pain and recovery difficulty, but it does not show how long the drawdown lasted.