Dollar-cost averaging (DCA) means investing the same amount on a regular schedule. See how much you could build up, your average cost per share, and how it compares with investing one lump sum today.
Your investing plan
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An assumption, not a promise. The price is assumed to rise by this much every year.
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Only changes the number of shares and cost per share, not the dollar result.
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What if you invested this whole amount today instead? Enter 0 to hide the comparison.
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How much yearly returns usually move up or down (standard deviation). About 15% is typical for US stocks. Used only for the rough range below.
Projection results
Projected portfolio value
Total you invest
Total growth
Average cost per share
Total shares
DCA vs lump sum
Estimate only. Assumes a steady return and that you buy at the start of each period. Real prices go up and down, so your result will differ.