FinancialLevel: ExpertAvailable in: Excel 2007+
In this article
- Syntax
- Examples
- Example 1
- Common errors and fixes
- Related functions
XIRR returns the annualised return for cash flows on specific dates — the right way to measure SIP and mutual-fund returns.
Syntax
=XIRR(values, dates, [guess])
| Argument |
What it means |
values |
Investments negative, redemptions/current value positive. |
dates |
Matching dates. |
Examples
Example 1
=XIRR(B2:B26, A2:A26)
Monthly SIP instalments as negatives and today’s value as the last positive entry.
Common errors and fixes
| You see |
Why, and the fix |
#NUM! |
All values have the same sign — you need at least one negative and one positive. |
IRR · XNPV · RATE
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