1. What is Stock Increase?

Stock increase measures the change in value of an investment or inventory between two time periods. It shows how much the stock has grown (positive) or declined (negative) from the old value to the new value.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple stock increase formula:

Where:

• New Stock — Current value of the stock/inventory
• Old Stock — Previous value of the stock/inventory

Explanation: The formula calculates the absolute difference between the current and previous stock values. A positive result indicates growth, while a negative result indicates decline.

3. Importance of Calculating Stock Increase

Details: Tracking stock increases helps businesses monitor inventory growth, evaluate investment performance, and make informed purchasing decisions. It's essential for financial analysis and inventory management.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter both new and old stock values in the same currency. The calculator will show the absolute increase (or decrease if negative). Values must be non-negative numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What does a negative increase mean?
A: A negative result means your stock value has decreased from the old to new measurement period.

Q2: How is this different from percentage increase?
A: This calculates absolute change, while percentage increase shows relative change compared to the original value.

Q3: Should I use purchase price or current market value?
A: For investments, use current market value. For inventory, use either cost or market value, but be consistent.

Q4: How often should I calculate stock increase?
A: Frequency depends on your needs - daily for active traders, monthly/quarterly for most businesses.

Q5: Can I use this for cryptocurrency?
A: Yes, the formula works for any asset as long as you're comparing values in the same currency.