Asset Returns Calculator | Gold vs Stocks vs Bonds
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Asset Returns Comparison

Gold, stocks, bonds, or index funds? Compare growth, risk, and liquidity in one click.

Gold or Stocks? Let numbers answer, not guesswork.

12–14 Historical returns of Indian index funds
6–7% Long-term gold CAGR in India.
5–6% Typical bond/FD returns.
15–20% Potential stock market returns (with higher risk).

πŸ’Ή Smart Compare: Asset Returns Explorer

From Gold to Crypto β€” see how your money performs across every asset class

πŸ’΅ Investment Amount
β‚Ή
β‚Ή10K β‚Ή1Cr
Amount: β‚Ή1.0 L
⏰ Time Horizon
Years
1 Year 30 Years
πŸ“Š Select Assets & Configure Returns
Risk: Low
Liquidity: Low
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Risk: Low
Liquidity: Med
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Risk: Med
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Liquidity: High
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πŸ“ˆ If you had invested β‚Ήβ‚Ή1.0 L in 2015...

πŸ’° Fixed Deposits β‚Ή1.9 L
πŸ… Gold / SGB β‚Ή2.2 L
πŸ“Š Index Funds β‚Ή3.1 L

πŸ’‘ This is what your money would be worth today! (Crypto calculated from 2017 due to limited history)

πŸ“ˆ Growth Comparison Chart

Visual representation of how your investments grow over time

Time (Years) Investment Value (β‚Ή) β‚Ή3.1Lβ‚Ή2.5Lβ‚Ή1.9Lβ‚Ή1.2Lβ‚Ή62Kβ‚Ή0 012457810
πŸ’° Fixed Deposits
πŸ… Gold / SGB
πŸ“Š Index Funds

πŸ“Š Asset Performance Analysis

Comprehensive comparison of selected assets with risk-return analysis

πŸ† Top Performer: πŸ“Š Index Funds
Outperforms lowest by β‚Ήβ‚Ή1.2 L (65.5% advantage)
Asset Class CAGR Risk Liquidity Final Value Total Returns
πŸ“Š Index Funds
Diversified market exposure with low-cost passive management
✨ BEST PERFORMER
12%
per annum
Med High
β‚Ή3.1 L
after 10 years
+β‚Ή2.1 L
210.6% growth
πŸ… Gold / SGB
Precious metal hedge against inflation and currency devaluation
8%
per annum
Low Med
β‚Ή2.2 L
after 10 years
+β‚Ή1.2 L
115.9% growth
β‚Ήβ‚Ή94.7 K below top performer
πŸ’° Fixed Deposits
Government-backed guaranteed returns with capital protection
6.5%
per annum
Low Low
β‚Ή1.9 L
after 10 years
+β‚Ή87,714
87.7% growth
β‚Ήβ‚Ή1.2 L below top performer

πŸ“ˆ Performance Summary:

πŸ₯‡ Best: πŸ“Š Index Funds - β‚Ή3.1 L

πŸ“Š Range: Top performer exceeds lowest by β‚Ήβ‚Ή1.2 L

πŸ’‘ Insight: Conservative approach with solid returns

πŸ’‘ Complete Asset Guide & Investment Insights

Comprehensive overview of all asset classes with professional investment guidance

πŸ’° Fixed Deposits

6.5%
Expected CAGR

Government-backed guaranteed returns with capital protection

Risk: Low
Liquidity: Low
πŸ’‘ Investment Guidance

Ideal for emergency funds and conservative portfolios. Guaranteed returns but limited growth potential.

Risk Score
1/5
Liquidity
2/5
Category
Very Low

πŸ… Gold / SGB

8%
Expected CAGR

Precious metal hedge against inflation and currency devaluation

Risk: Low
Liquidity: Med
πŸ’‘ Investment Guidance

Sovereign Gold Bonds offer tax-free capital gains and annual interest. Digital gold provides easy liquidity.

Risk Score
2/5
Liquidity
3/5
Category
Low

πŸ“Š Index Funds

12%
Expected CAGR

Diversified market exposure with low-cost passive management

Risk: Med
Liquidity: High
πŸ’‘ Investment Guidance

Track market indices like Nifty 50/500. Warren Buffett recommended for most investors. Low expense ratios.

Risk Score
3/5
Liquidity
4/5
Category
Medium

πŸ“ˆ Individual Stocks

15%
Expected CAGR

Direct equity ownership in companies with highest growth potential

Risk: High
Liquidity: High
πŸ’‘ Investment Guidance

Requires research and risk management. Can generate alpha but highly volatile. Best for experienced investors.

Risk Score
5/5
Liquidity
5/5
Category
High

🏒 REITs

10.5%
Expected CAGR

Real estate investment trusts providing property exposure

Risk: Med
Liquidity: High
πŸ’‘ Investment Guidance

Dividend-yielding real estate exposure without direct property ownership. Interest rate sensitive.

Risk Score
3/5
Liquidity
4/5
Category
Medium

🌱 ESG Funds

11.5%
Expected CAGR

Sustainable investing focused on Environmental, Social & Governance criteria

Risk: Med
Liquidity: High
πŸ’‘ Investment Guidance

Growing trend with competitive returns. Excludes tobacco, weapons, fossil fuels. Future-focused investing.

Risk Score
3/5
Liquidity
4/5
Category
Medium

🌍 International Funds

13.5%
Expected CAGR

Global diversification through foreign market exposure

Risk: High
Liquidity: Med
πŸ’‘ Investment Guidance

Currency risk + foreign market risk. Reduces India concentration. Access to global tech giants and themes.

Risk Score
4/5
Liquidity
3/5
Category
Medium-High

β‚Ώ Crypto

25%
Expected CAGR

Digital assets with extreme volatility and growth potential

Risk: High
Liquidity: High
πŸ’‘ Investment Guidance

Regulatory uncertainty in India. Limit to 5-10% of portfolio. High tax implications. Only invest spare money.

Risk Score
5/5
Liquidity
5/5
Category
Very High

Choosing the right investment instrument is confusing: gold feels safe, stocks feel risky, bonds feel boring, and index funds are hyped. Our Money Instruments Comparison Calculator simplifies this by letting you compare returns, risk, and liquidity across different options.

Whether you’re saving for 5 years or 20 years, the tool shows how β‚Ή1L grows differently in gold, stocks, index funds, or bonds β€” so you can make smarter choices.

Why Compare Money Instruments?

Investors are spoiled for choice, but every option comes with trade-offs. Gold is safe but slow. Stocks are risky but high-growth. Bonds are stable but low-return. Index funds offer a balance. The calculator puts these side by side.

How Does the Calculator Work?

Inputs:

  • Investment amount (β‚Ή)
  • Time horizon (years)
  • Instruments to compare (Gold, Stocks, Bonds, Index Funds)
  • Expected return rates (default pre-filled, editable)

Outputs:

  • Future Value of each instrument
  • Comparison chart (line graph)
  • Table with returns, risk level, and liquidity tag

When Should You Use It?

  • Before deciding where to park your savings.
  • To compare long-term returns (10–20 years).
  • To build a diversified portfolio.

Example

If you invest β‚Ή1L for 10 years:

  • Gold (7% CAGR) β†’ β‚Ή1.97L
  • Bonds (6% CAGR) β†’ β‚Ή1.79L
  • Index Funds (12% CAGR) β†’ β‚Ή3.1L
  • Stocks (15% CAGR) β†’ β‚Ή4.05L

πŸ‘‰ The calculator makes such comparisons visual and easy.

  • Gold & bonds = safer, but lower returns.
  • Stocks = riskier, but higher returns.
  • Index funds = balance of both.

Yes, diversification is key. A mix of gold, bonds, and equity funds protects against market shocks.

No. Gold, stocks, and index funds fluctuate. Bonds and FDs are more predictable.

Gold or bonds are safer for short-term (1–3 years). Stocks and index funds work better long-term.

No. It uses expected return assumptions. Real returns may vary.

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