Opportunity Cost Calculator
Compare two financial decisions and find out how much you give up.
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About this calculator
Opportunity cost is how much you give up by choosing one alternative over another. Comparing returns helps you make clearer investment and business decisions.
See the full formula: how we calculate opportunity costWhat you need to enter
- Amount to invest
- Annual return of option A
- Annual return of option B
- Time horizon
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