Monthly Returns

Returns the monthly returns for portfolio analysis.

Examples

=MonthlyReturns()

When to Use

  • Return series analysis
  • Performance tracking
  • Volatility calculation input

When NOT to Use

Scenario Use Instead
Cumulative wealth WealthIndex()
Annualized return CAGR()

Common Issues & FAQ

Q: Are these returns compound or simple? A: Simple monthly returns.

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