Trading Tools
Stock Profit Calculator
Calculate estimated profit or loss for stock trades. Enter your entry price, exit price, number of shares, and any commissions or fees.
Result
Price Move: -
Gross P/L: -
Total Fees: -
Net P/L: -
Percent Return: -
Break-even Price: -
How stock profit is calculated
Stock profit is the difference between your buying price and selling price, multiplied by the number of shares you own, minus any transaction costs.
Long Trade Formula
Profit = (Sell Price - Buy Price) × Shares - Fees
Short Trade Formula
In a short trade, you profit if the price drops.
Profit = (Entry Price - Exit Price) × Shares - Fees
Break-even Price
The break-even price is the price where your total gain equals your total costs. For a long trade, it is:
Break-even = Entry Price + (Total Fees / Shares)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between long and short stock profit?
A long stock trade profits when the selling price is higher than the buying price. A short stock trade profits when the stock price falls, but short trades can involve borrowing costs, margin requirements, and higher risk.
How do fees and commissions affect stock profit?
Fees and commissions reduce the net profit of a trade. Even small costs can matter when trading frequently or when the profit target is small.
What is percent return compared to dollar return?
Dollar return shows the actual profit or loss amount, while percent return shows the gain or loss relative to the amount invested. Percent return makes it easier to compare trades of different sizes.
Does this calculator work with fractional shares?
Yes, if the calculator accepts decimal share quantities, it can estimate profit or loss for fractional shares. Always confirm the final result with your broker's actual trade fees and execution prices.