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Sales Growth Calculator

Calculate the percentage sales growth between two periods, from your current and prior period sales figures.

How to Use Sales Growth Calculator
  1. 1Enter your current period sales
  2. 2Enter your prior period sales
  3. 3Click Calculate to see your sales growth percentage
Frequently Asked Questions

Sales Growth % = (Current Period Sales − Prior Period Sales) ÷ Prior Period Sales × 100.

Yes — the formula works the same regardless of the time period; just make sure both figures cover the same length of time (e.g. both months, or both quarters).

The formula can't divide by zero — you'd need a different way to describe growth from a zero base (e.g. simply reporting the absolute new sales figure).

No — comparing consecutive periods with strong seasonality (e.g. December vs November for a retailer) can be misleading; year-over-year comparison of the same period is often more meaningful for seasonal businesses.

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