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The Stock Average Price Calculator computes the average price per share of a stock position by dividing the total cost of investment by the total number of shares owned. This helps investors track their cost basis and make informed decisions about their portfolio.
The calculator uses the average price formula:
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Explanation: This simple division gives you the average price paid per share across all your purchases of a particular stock.
Details: Knowing your average cost per share is essential for determining profit/loss, making sell decisions, tax calculations, and evaluating investment performance over time.
Tips: Enter the total amount invested in dollars and the total number of shares purchased. Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: Why is average price important for investors?
A: It helps investors understand their break-even point, track investment performance, and make informed decisions about when to buy more shares or sell existing positions.
Q2: How does dollar-cost averaging affect average price?
A: Dollar-cost averaging involves investing fixed amounts regularly, which typically results in a lower average price per share over time compared to lump-sum investing.
Q3: Should I include brokerage fees in total cost?
A: Yes, for accurate average price calculation, include all transaction costs and fees associated with purchasing the shares.
Q4: How often should I recalculate my average price?
A: Recalculate after each purchase to maintain an accurate understanding of your current cost basis for tax and decision-making purposes.
Q5: Does this work for multiple purchases at different prices?
A: Yes, this calculator accounts for multiple purchases by using the total cost and total shares regardless of individual purchase prices.