DAX (Germany) Performance Over 10 years

DAX (Germany) (DAX)

For the last 10 years, DAX (Germany) went from $10,038.97 to about $23,954.56. All in, roughly +138.6% total return, or about 9.1% annualized. Overall, this was a choppy but positive window—headline return hides uneven patches.

Price today

$23,954.56

+138.6% over 10 years

What this means

  • The chart shows the sequence of gains and losses—not just the headline return.
  • Two investors entering years apart often see different paths.
  • Past performance does not guarantee future results.

DAX (Germany) 10 years shows how price evolved over this period using historical daily closing prices, including total return and (when available) CAGR.

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Key performance metrics

Total return
138.6%
CAGR
9.1%
Max drawdown
-38.8%
Best year
25.2%
Worst year
-18.0%
Volatility
13.8%
Avg annual return
8.7%

Data through 2026-04-29.

Historical context

This page summarizes how DAX (Germany) performed over the selected period using historical daily closing prices. Index returns reflect the combined performance of their underlying constituents and can change significantly with sector concentration, earnings trends, and interest rate conditions.

What to explore next

Key takeaways

DAX (Germany) increased 138.6% over the selected time window.

Performance insights

  • DAX (Germany) returned +138.6% over 10 years
  • Average annual return was +8.7%
  • Worst drawdown was -38.8%
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Yearly performance

Year2017
Price$12,917.64
Annual return+12.5%
Year2018
Price$10,558.96
Annual return-18.3%
Year2019
Price$13,249.01
Annual return+25.5%
Year2020
Price$13,718.78
Annual return+3.5%
Year2021
Price$15,884.86
Annual return+15.8%
Year2022
Price$13,923.59
Annual return-12.3%
Year2023
Price$16,751.64
Annual return+20.3%
Year2024
Price$19,909.14
Annual return+18.8%
Year2025
Price$24,490.41
Annual return+23.0%
Year2026
Price$23,954.56
Annual return-2.2%

About DAX (Germany)

This is a market index tracking a basket of securities. It is often used as a benchmark for market performance.

Index‑level performance smooths out individual stock moves, making it useful as a benchmark when evaluating more concentrated bets.

From2016-04-29
To2026-04-29

What this shows

Based on daily closing prices from 2016-04-29 to 2026-04-29.

How performance is measured

  • Total return reflects the change in historical price over the selected period.
  • CAGR shows the compound annual growth rate over the same time window.
  • Maximum drawdown measures the largest peak-to-trough decline during the period.
  • Volatility reflects how widely returns moved over time.
  • Dividends and split adjustments may be included where supported by the data source and asset type.
  • This page is for educational and informational purposes only.

Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Results are nominal and do not account for inflation.

Final verdict

Best for time-window evaluation: see how this span looked in isolation, then contrast with other periods or tickers on the site. It is context, not a forecast. Educational only.

FAQ

What does total return mean?
Total return is the percentage change in price between the start and end of the selected period.
How is CAGR calculated?
CAGR is the annualized return over the full period, smoothing the result into a single yearly rate.
What is maximum drawdown?
Maximum drawdown is the largest peak-to-trough decline observed during the selected time window.
Where does the data come from?
The page uses historical daily closing prices from third-party market data providers used across CalculatorInvest tools.
Is this financial advice?
No. This page is for educational and informational purposes only.