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Nikkei 225 ROI Calculator

Calculate historical ROI, profit/loss, CAGR, drawdown, and performance for Nikkei 225 using daily closing prices.

  • Historical prices
  • ROI and CAGR
  • Drawdown metrics
  • Compare performance
  • Educational only
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Data: End-of-day close prices (cached). ℹ

Educational calculator using historical daily closing prices. Not financial advice.

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This calculator uses historical index levels. Indexes are benchmarks and are not directly investable unless accessed through funds or other products.

Nikkei 225 performance metrics

Key historical metrics from daily closing prices.

1M return
-8.2%
1Y return
+60.8%
5Y return
+131.9%
CAGR (5Y)
+18.3%
Max drawdown
-26.3%
Best year
+52.4%
Worst year
-14.9%
Volatility
16.8%

Historical return table

PeriodReturnEst. value ($1,000)CAGR
1 month-8.2%$918.00—
1 year+60.8%$1,607.50+60.8%
5 years+131.9%$2,319.50+18.3%
All available data+569.6%$6,696.50+13.5%

Based on historical daily closing prices. Excludes taxes, fees, slippage, spreads, and dividends unless stated otherwise.

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Forecast outlook

You’ve seen how Nikkei 225 performed in the past. Explore our forecast scenarios and related tools for a broader view.

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Nikkei 225 investment examples

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Estimated value

$11,391.98+86.8%on $6,100 invested
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Historical daily closing prices only. Excludes fees, taxes, and dividends unless stated.

About Nikkei 225 (NKX)

  • What it is: The Nikkei 225 is a market index that tracks a group of large companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. It is one of the most widely cited benchmarks for…
  • Market / category: Market index
  • What this calculator measures: This calculator measures hypothetical historical ROI, profit or loss, CAGR, and drawdown using daily closing prices for your selected dates and amount.
  • Important limitations: This calculator uses available historical data to illustrate past returns over selected periods. It is educational, the index cannot be purchased directly, and the tool does not evaluate whether it is a good or bad investment.

Learn how returns are calculated in Methodology and how market data is handled in Data Sources.

How to interpret Nikkei 225 ROI results

  • ROI shows the total percentage gain or loss between your selected start and end dates.
  • CAGR annualizes return over the full selected period.
  • Drawdown shows the largest historical decline from peak to trough during the period, where available.
  • Past performance does not guarantee future results.
  • Fees, taxes, dividends, and spreads may affect real-world results and are not included unless stated.

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FAQ

What does the Nikkei 225 ROI calculator show?

It estimates hypothetical historical returns for Nikkei 225 based on daily closing prices for your chosen investment amount and date range. Results include ROI, profit or loss, ending value, CAGR, and drawdown metrics where available.

How is Nikkei 225 ROI calculated?

ROI is calculated from historical closing prices on your selected buy and sell dates. The calculator uses end-of-day closes and does not adjust for dividends, fees, or taxes unless explicitly stated.

Does this include dividends, fees, taxes, or spreads?

No. This calculator uses price-only historical data and does not include dividends, trading fees, taxes, or spreads unless explicitly stated.

Can I compare Nikkei 225 with another asset?

Yes. Use the compare links on this page or open the Asset Comparison Tool to compare Nikkei 225 (NKX) with stocks, ETFs, crypto, indexes, or commodities using historical data.

Is this historical performance financial advice?

No. This is an educational calculator for research and learning. Past performance does not guarantee future results and should not be treated as a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold Nikkei 225.

Where does the price data come from?

Historical index levels are sourced from third-party market data providers where available.

Last updated: 2026-07-17

Price data: Historical daily closing prices.

Calculation type: Educational simulation, not financial advice.

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