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Average Cost Calculator

Calculate your average cost per share using the dollar-cost averaging method.

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Results

Average Share Cost

$155.0000

Total Shares Purchased

15

Total Capital Outlay

$2,325.00

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How Average Cost per Share is Calculated

How It Works

This calculator computes the weighted average cost per share: Average Cost = Total Capital Outlay / Total Shares Purchased. Total Capital Outlay is the sum of (Shares Purchased * Price Paid) for all transactions.

How to Use

1. Add a row for each buy transaction. 2. For each row, input the quantity of shares bought and the purchase price per share. 3. The calculator instantly computes your new weighted average share cost, total shares owned, and total capital spent.

Understanding the Results

Average Share Cost is the break-even price per share for your investment. Total Shares Purchased is the total number of shares you own. Total Capital Outlay is the total cash spent across all transactions.

Average Cost FAQ

FAQ

What is Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA)?

Dollar-Cost Averaging is an investment strategy where you buy a fixed dollar amount of an asset on a regular schedule, regardless of its price. This helps average out the purchase price over time.

How does buying more shares affect my average cost?

If you buy more shares at a price lower than your current average, your average cost will decrease (averaging down). If you buy at a higher price, your average cost will increase (averaging up).

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