Free drawdown recovery calculator

What does it take to get back?

A 20% drawdown takes a 25% gain to break even because you are compounding from a smaller base. Enter your peak balance and where you sit today to see the real math.

Your account balances

Peak balance ($)Your high-water mark before the drawdownCurrent balance ($)Usual monthly return (%)Your average gain in a normal month. Optional

Why deep drawdowns compound against you

Down -5%needs +5.26% to break even
Down -10%needs +11.11% to break even
Down -20%needs +25% to break even
Down -30%needs +42.86% to break even
Down -40%needs +66.67% to break even
Down -50%needs +100% to break even
Down -75%needs +300% to break even

Waiting for your balances

Enter your peak balance and current balance on the left to see the exact gain needed to get back to highs.

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Figures are estimates to help you plan your risk and targets. Always verify your broker or prop firm rules before trading. Not financial advice.