Input the initial investment value, subsequent cash flows (contributions/withdrawals), and the final investment value. The calculator will compute the Money Weighted Return (MWR), also known as the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) for investments.
Enter the starting value of the investment.
Enter the ending value of the investment.
Enter cash flows separated by commas (positive for contributions, negative for withdrawals).
Enter dates corresponding to cash flows, separated by commas (YYYY-MM-DD). If omitted, flows are assumed to occur mid-period.
Calculation Results
MWR: N/A
Total Contributions
N/A
Total Withdrawals
N/A
Net Cash Flow
N/A
Formula Used: The Money Weighted Return (MWR) is calculated as the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) that equates the present value of cash inflows to the present value of cash outflows over the investment period. It solves for the rate 'r' in the equation:
0 = Initial Inv + Σ [ CFt / (1 + MWR)^t ] - Final Inv / (1 + MWR)^T
Where: CFt = Cash flow at time t, t = time period for the cash flow, T = total time period.
Investment Growth Simulation
Simulated investment growth based on MWR, with cash flows impacting the curve.
What is Money Weighted Return (MWR)?
The Money Weighted Return (MWR), often used in investment analysis and particularly relevant for CFA candidates, is a measure of an investment's performance that accounts for the timing and size of cash flows. Unlike time-weighted returns (TWR), which remove the impact of external cash flows to assess the manager's skill, MWR directly incorporates how investor actions (like adding or withdrawing funds) affect the overall return. It essentially represents the investor's actual rate of return experienced on their capital.
Who Should Use It: MWR is particularly useful for evaluating the performance of individual portfolios where the investor has control over cash flows, such as personal investment accounts, pension funds, or endowments where contribution and withdrawal policies are significant. It helps understand the return generated on the capital actually managed over time, considering the specific investment decisions made by the investor.
Common Misconceptions:
MWR vs. TWR: A common mistake is confusing MWR with Time-Weighted Return (TWR). TWR isolates the investment manager's performance by neutralizing the impact of cash flows, while MWR reflects the investor's realized return considering those flows.
MWR as Manager Skill Metric: MWR is generally NOT the best metric to evaluate investment manager skill, as large cash flows can heavily skew the result, overshadowing the manager's portfolio decisions. TWR is preferred for this purpose.
Simplicity of Calculation: While conceptually straightforward, calculating MWR, especially with irregular cash flows and dates, often requires iterative methods (like IRR) and can be complex to do manually.
Money Weighted Return (MWR) Formula and Mathematical Explanation
The Money Weighted Return (MWR) calculation is fundamentally the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of an investment. The IRR is the discount rate that makes the net present value (NPV) of all cash flows from a particular investment equal to zero. In the context of MWR, the cash flows include the initial investment, all subsequent contributions and withdrawals, and the final value of the investment.
The core equation aims to find the rate 'r' (which represents the MWR) such that the present value of all outflows equals the present value of all inflows. A common way to express this for portfolio returns is:
The value of the investment at the beginning of the period. This is an outflow from the investor's perspective.
Currency (e.g., USD, EUR)
Positive Value
Cash Flowt (CFt)
Any cash contribution (positive) or withdrawal (negative) made during the investment period.
Currency
Can be positive or negative
t
The time period (in years or fractions thereof) from the start of the investment until the cash flow CFt occurs.
Years
0 to T
MWR
The Money Weighted Return, the unknown rate we are solving for.
Percentage (%)
Varies (e.g., -50% to +100%)
Final Investment
The value of the investment at the end of the period. This is an inflow (or reduction of outflow).
Currency
Positive Value
T
The total duration of the investment period in years.
Years
≥ 0
The summation (Σ) accounts for all intermediate cash flows. If specific dates for cash flows are provided, 't' is calculated precisely based on the number of days/months elapsed relative to the total period. If dates are omitted, a common simplification is to assume cash flows occur at the midpoint of the period, or proportionally throughout the year, though precise IRR calculations typically require specific timing. Solving this equation for MWR usually requires a financial calculator, spreadsheet software (using the IRR function), or iterative numerical methods because there isn't a simple algebraic solution when multiple cash flows are involved.
Practical Examples (Real-World Use Cases)
Example 1: Single Contribution and Positive Return
An investor starts with $100,000 in an account. After 6 months (0.5 years), they contribute an additional $10,000. At the end of the year (1 year total), the account value is $115,000.
Initial Investment: $100,000 (Outflow at t=0)
Cash Flow 1: +$10,000 (Contribution at t=0.5 years)
Final Investment: $115,000 (Value at T=1 year)
Using the MWR calculator or an IRR function, we solve for 'r' in:
0 = 100,000 + (10,000 / (1 + r)^0.5) - (115,000 / (1 + r)^1)
Calculation Result:
MWR: 9.76%
Total Contributions: $10,000
Total Withdrawals: $0
Net Cash Flow: $10,000
Financial Interpretation: The investor experienced an approximate 9.76% return on their capital over the year, considering the timing of their additional $10,000 contribution. The average dollar invested for the full year earned this return.
Example 2: Multiple Cash Flows and a Withdrawal
An investor begins with $50,000. At the start of year 2 (T=1), they add $5,000. Mid-year 2 (T=1.5), they withdraw $7,000. At the end of year 2 (T=2), the account value is $48,000.
MWR: -6.97%
Total Contributions: $5,000
Total Withdrawals: $7,000
Net Cash Flow: -$2,000
Financial Interpretation: In this scenario, the investor experienced a negative Money Weighted Return of approximately -6.97%. This indicates that the timing of the withdrawal, coupled with the overall market performance or investment strategy during the period, resulted in a loss on the capital effectively managed by the investor. A negative MWR suggests that the outflows (withdrawals) occurred at times when they were particularly detrimental, or contributions were made at inopportune moments relative to the investment's performance. This highlights the impact of investor decisions on realized returns.
How to Use This Money Weighted Return Calculator
Using our Money Weighted Return calculator is straightforward. Follow these steps to accurately assess your investment performance:
Initial Investment: Enter the exact amount you started with in your investment account at the beginning of the period you wish to analyze.
Final Investment: Input the total value of your investment account at the end of the analysis period.
Cash Flows: List all contributions (money added) and withdrawals (money taken out) during the period. Enter contributions as positive numbers and withdrawals as negative numbers, separated by commas. For example: 5000, -2000, 10000.
Cash Flow Dates (Optional but Recommended): For greater accuracy, provide the specific dates (in YYYY-MM-DD format) for each cash flow, separated by commas in the same order as the cash flow amounts. If you omit dates, the calculator assumes cash flows occur proportionally throughout the period, which is a common simplification but less precise than using actual dates.
Calculate MWR: Click the "Calculate MWR" button.
How to Read Results:
Primary Result (MWR): This is the main output, displayed prominently. It shows the annualized rate of return considering the timing and size of all cash flows. A positive MWR indicates growth, while a negative MWR suggests a loss on the capital invested.
Intermediate Values: "Total Contributions," "Total Withdrawals," and "Net Cash Flow" provide context about the investor's activity during the period.
Chart: The simulated growth chart visually represents how the investment might have grown, factoring in the cash flows and the calculated MWR.
Decision-Making Guidance: The MWR is a personal performance metric. Compare it against your expectations, benchmark returns (adjusted for cash flows if possible), and your portfolio's goals. A consistently low or negative MWR might prompt a review of your investment strategy, timing of contributions/withdrawals, or asset allocation. It's crucial to remember that MWR reflects *your* experience, influenced by *your* decisions. For evaluating manager skill, refer to Time-Weighted Return (TWR) metrics.
Key Factors That Affect Money Weighted Return Results
Several factors significantly influence the calculation and interpretation of the Money Weighted Return (MWR). Understanding these elements is crucial for accurate analysis and informed financial decisions.
Timing of Cash Flows: This is the most critical factor unique to MWR. Contributions made just before a period of strong positive returns significantly boost the MWR, while withdrawals made just before poor performance can mitigate losses. Conversely, contributions preceding losses or withdrawals preceding gains will negatively impact the MWR. The IRR nature of MWR inherently weights cash flows occurring earlier more heavily.
Size of Cash Flows: Larger cash flows have a proportionally greater impact on the MWR than smaller ones. A substantial contribution made at the beginning of a period can dominate the calculation, making the MWR closely track the return on that larger capital base, potentially overshadowing the performance of the initial smaller investment.
Investment Period Length: MWR is an annualized rate. The length of the investment period affects how the compounding works and how intermediate cash flows are factored in. Shorter periods might show more volatile MWRs, while longer periods provide a smoother, more representative average return, assuming consistent cash flow patterns.
Rate of Return Variability: Highly volatile investment returns can lead to significant swings in MWR, especially if cash flows coincide with market peaks or troughs. Consistent, steady returns tend to produce a more stable and predictable MWR. A key aspect for CFA candidates is understanding how volatility interacts with cash flow timing.
Fees and Expenses: Investment management fees, transaction costs, and other expenses reduce the net return. MWR calculations should ideally use net returns after all fees are deducted. High fees can significantly drag down the MWR, even if the gross performance of the underlying assets is strong. Properly accounting for these costs provides a realistic view of the investor's actual experience.
Inflation: While MWR itself is a nominal return, its real value to the investor is affected by inflation. A high MWR might be less impressive if inflation rates are also high, eroding purchasing power. For a truer picture of wealth accumulation, investors often consider the inflation-adjusted return (real return).
Taxes: Investment gains and income are often subject to taxes. Tax implications can significantly alter the net amount an investor receives, thereby affecting the realized return. MWR calculations typically focus on pre-tax returns unless specified otherwise, but understanding the post-tax impact is vital for personal financial planning.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between Money Weighted Return (MWR) and Time Weighted Return (TWR)?
MWR measures the return experienced by the investor, directly incorporating the timing and size of cash flows. TWR measures the investment manager's performance by removing the impact of cash flows, assuming all returns are reinvested. MWR answers "What return did *I* get?", while TWR answers "How well did the investment perform on its own?".
Is MWR suitable for evaluating a professional investment manager?
Generally, no. MWR is heavily influenced by the investor's decisions to add or withdraw funds. TWR is the preferred metric for evaluating the skill of an investment manager because it isolates the portfolio's performance from the investor's cash flow activities.
Why is MWR often called the Internal Rate of Return (IRR)?
MWR is mathematically equivalent to the IRR of the investment's cash flows. The IRR is the discount rate that sets the net present value of all cash flows (initial investment, contributions, withdrawals, final value) to zero. This is precisely how MWR is calculated.
What happens if I don't provide cash flow dates?
If dates are omitted, the calculator (and most financial software) will make assumptions about when the cash flows occurred. Common assumptions include treating them as occurring mid-period or distributing them proportionally throughout the year. This simplification can lead to a less accurate MWR compared to using precise dates.
Can MWR be negative?
Yes, MWR can be negative. This occurs when the investment's performance is poor, or when withdrawals are made at unfavorable times (e.g., after losses or before gains), or when contributions are made at unfavorable times (e.g., before losses). A negative MWR indicates that the investor lost money on the capital they actively managed during the period.
How does MWR handle multiple contributions and withdrawals?
The MWR calculation methodology (IRR) inherently handles multiple cash flows occurring at different times. Each cash flow is discounted back to the present (or future value is compounded forward) using the MWR rate, ensuring the precise timing and magnitude of each transaction influence the final calculated return.
Is MWR the same as Average Annual Return?
Not necessarily. Average Annual Return typically refers to the arithmetic average of annual returns. MWR is a geometric average (specifically, the IRR) that accounts for the impact of cash flows on the investment's growth over time. For investments with significant cash flow activity, MWR will differ from a simple arithmetic average annual return.
Should I use MWR or TWR for my personal portfolio review?
For reviewing your *personal* portfolio performance, MWR is often more relevant as it reflects your actual experience and the impact of your own investment decisions (contributions and withdrawals). If you are assessing the performance of an external investment manager, TWR is the appropriate metric to evaluate their skill independently of your cash flow activity.
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// Function to validate input fields
function validateInput(id, min, max, errorElementId, allowEmpty = false) {
var input = document.getElementById(id);
var value = parseFloat(input.value);
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return true; // Empty is allowed and valid in this case
}
if (value max) {
errorElement.textContent = 'Value is too high.';
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}
return true;
}
// Function to parse cash flows and dates
function parseCashFlows(flowsString, datesString) {
var flows = [];
var dates = [];
var flowErrors = [];
var dateErrors = [];
var totalContributions = 0;
var totalWithdrawals = 0;
if (flowsString.trim() !== "") {
var flowValues = flowsString.split(',').map(function(item) { return item.trim(); });
for (var i = 0; i 0) totalContributions += flow;
if (flow < 0) totalWithdrawals += flow;
}
}
}
if (datesString.trim() !== "") {
var dateValues = datesString.split(',').map(function(item) { return item.trim(); });
if (dateValues.length !== flowValues.length && flowsString.trim() !== "") {
dateErrors.push("Number of dates must match number of cash flows.");
} else {
for (var i = 0; i 0 && flows.length > dates.length) {
while (dates.length 0 && dates.length > flows.length) {
while (flows.length 0) {
document.getElementById('cashFlowsError').textContent = errors.join(' | ');
return null; // Indicate error
}
document.getElementById('cashFlowsError').textContent = "; // Clear error if parsed ok
document.getElementById('totalContributions').textContent = '$' + totalContributions.toFixed(2);
document.getElementById('totalWithdrawals').textContent = '$' + Math.abs(totalWithdrawals).toFixed(2);
document.getElementById('netCashFlow').textContent = '$' + (totalContributions + totalWithdrawals).toFixed(2);
return { flows: flows, dates: dates };
}
// Function to calculate MWR using an iterative approach (simplified IRR solver)
// This is a basic implementation and might need refinement for complex cases.
// A more robust IRR solver would use Newton-Raphson or similar methods.
function calculateMWR(initial, final, cashFlowsData, periodYears) {
if (!cashFlowsData) return NaN;
var flows = cashFlowsData.flows;
var dates = cashFlowsData.dates;
// If no dates provided, assume mid-period for all flows
if (dates.length === 0) {
dates = flows.map(function() { return null; }); // Use null to signify mid-period assumption
}
var maxIterations = 1000;
var tolerance = 0.00001;
var guess = 0.1; // Initial guess for MWR
var step = 0.01;
for (var iter = 0; iter < maxIterations; iter++) {
var NPV = initial; // Start with the initial investment as an outflow
for (var i = 0; i 182/365 = 0.498
// '2024-01-15' is day 15 of 366 -> 15/366 = 0.04
// This assumes the dates array might span across year boundaries for the total period.
// Let's refine: If dates are provided, use them to calculate exact time `t`.
// Assume the investment started at the earliest date provided OR Jan 1st of the first year if no specific start is given.
// This is complex for a simple JS implementation.
// A common simplification: Assume Cash Flow Dates are relative to the START of the period.
// Let's assume the start of the period is T=0, and the dates array gives the fractional years.
// E.g., if dates = [0.5, 1.2], periodYears = 1.5
// If dates array contains actual date objects, we need to calculate the time difference.
// Let's use a pragmatic approach:
// If dates are provided, calculate the time elapsed from the start of the period.
// Assume start of period = earliest date in `dates`. If `dates` is empty, assume T=0.
// This is still problematic if `periodYears` isn't derived from dates.
// *** Simplified time calculation for dates ***
// Assume the period STARTS at the time of the `initialInvestment`.
// Calculate time `t` for each cash flow relative to that start.
// `periodYears` is the total length of the investment.
// This requires knowing the actual start date corresponding to `initialInvestment`.
// Let's assume `dates` contains fractional years relative to the start of the investment period (T=0).
// If `dates[i]` is a number (e.g., 0.5, 1.2), use it directly.
// If `dates[i]` is a Date object, calculate its position within `periodYears`.
// This requires knowing the *start date* of the investment period.
// **Revised Approach for Date Handling:**
// Assume the `cashFlowDates` input provides dates in YYYY-MM-DD format.
// We need a reference start date for the investment period (T=0).
// Let's infer this: if dates are provided, use the *earliest* provided date as the effective start of the period for calculation.
// If no dates provided, assume mid-period for all flows.
if (dates[i] instanceof Date) {
var earliestDate = dates[0]; // Assume first date is the earliest.
// Calculate time `t` in years from the earliest date.
var timeDiffMs = dates[i].getTime() – earliestDate.getTime();
var timeDiffYears = timeDiffMs / (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24 * 365.25); // Account for leap years
time = timeDiffYears;
} else { // Assume null for mid-period if no dates or date not specified for this flow
time = periodYears / 2.0;
}
} else { // Handle cases where dates are not provided or are null/undefined for a specific flow
time = periodYears / 2.0; // Mid-period assumption
}
}
// Ensure time is not negative (should not happen with correct date logic)
if (time < 0) time = 0;
// Handle division by zero if (1 + guess) is zero or negative
if (1 + guess <= 0) {
NPV = Infinity; // Or some large number indicating failure
break;
}
NPV += flow / Math.pow(1 + guess, time);
}
// Add the final investment value, compounded forward to the end of the period T
var finalTime = periodYears;
if (finalTime < 0) finalTime = 0; // Ensure non-negative time
if (1 + guess <= 0) {
NPV = Infinity; // Or some large number indicating failure
} else {
NPV -= final / Math.pow(1 + guess, finalTime);
}
if (Math.abs(NPV) < tolerance) {
return guess; // Found the MWR
}
// Adjust guess using a simple derivative approximation or step adjustment
// A better method would involve calculating the derivative of NPV wrt guess.
// For simplicity, let's adjust guess based on NPV sign.
// If NPV is positive, the rate 'guess' is too low; increase it.
// If NPV is negative, the rate 'guess' is too high; decrease it.
var derivativeApprox = (NPV – (initial + flows.reduce(function(sum, cf, idx) {
var t = (dates[idx] === null) ? periodYears / 2.0 : (dates[idx] instanceof Date ? (dates[idx].getTime() – dates[0].getTime()) / (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24 * 365.25) : periodYears / 2.0); // Re-calculate time for derivative approximation
if (t < 0) t = 0;
return sum + cf / Math.pow(1 + guess + step, t);
}, 0) – final / Math.pow(1 + guess + step, finalTime))) / step; // Simplified derivative
if (Math.abs(derivativeApprox) < tolerance) { // Avoid division by zero / very small derivative
// If derivative is near zero, try a fixed step or return current guess if close enough
if (Math.abs(NPV) 0 ? step : -step); // Simple step adjustment if derivative fails
} else {
guess = guess – NPV / derivativeApprox; // Newton-Raphson step
}
// Ensure guess stays within reasonable bounds and is positive if needed
if (guess 5.0) guess = 5.0; // Cap at 500% for sanity
}
return NaN; // Failed to converge
}
// Function to calculate the duration in years
function calculatePeriodYears(initialDate, cashFlowDates, finalDate) {
if (cashFlowDates.length === 0) {
// If no cash flow dates, assume period is 1 year unless initial/final dates imply otherwise.
// This calculator design does not explicitly take start/end dates.
// Let's default to 1 year if no dates.
return 1.0;
}
var dates = cashFlowDates.filter(function(d){ return d instanceof Date; }); // Filter valid dates
if (dates.length === 0) return 1.0; // Fallback if only invalid dates provided
var earliestDate = dates[0];
var latestDate = dates[dates.length – 1]; // Assuming dates are sorted or last is latest.
// Determine the overall period end. If final investment value is given without date,
// we need a reference for 'periodYears'. Let's assume the latest cash flow date marks the end,
// OR if there's a final value implies end of period, var it be 1 year if only one flow date.
// This calculator implicitly assumes a period length based on dates.
// Let's use the duration between the earliest and latest *relevant* dates.
// If final investment value is provided without a date, we need to define T.
// Simplification: Use the duration between earliest and latest provided cash flow dates.
// If only one cash flow date, assume period is 1 year from that date? No.
// Let's assume `periodYears` is derived from the spread of provided dates.
// If only initial investment is given, period is 1 year.
// If initial + final, assume 1 year.
// If cash flows are given, use the span of the dates provided.
// Refined Logic:
// 1. If only initial investment: period = 1 year.
// 2. If initial + final: period = 1 year.
// 3. If cash flows are given:
// – Find earliest date (d_start) and latest date (d_end) among provided cash flow dates.
// – Calculate duration in years: (d_end – d_start) / (ms per year).
// – If only one cash flow date, duration is ambiguous. Default to 1 year?
// This implies we need a way to set the 'T' for the final value.
// Let's make a simplifying assumption for this calculator:
// The period duration is determined by the spread of cash flow dates.
// If dates exist, T = (latest_date – earliest_date) in years.
// If only one cash flow date, var T = 1 year from that date? Or assume it's the end?
// A robust solution needs explicit start/end dates for the period.
// *** Pragmatic Simplification ***
// If cash flow dates are provided:
// var T = (latest_cash_flow_date – earliest_cash_flow_date) in years.
// This means the final investment value is evaluated *at the time of the last cash flow*.
// If final investment value is provided *after* the last cash flow, we need `periodYears` to be larger.
// Let's assume the user implicitly defines the period length.
// The `periodYears` variable in the calculation needs to be set correctly.
// The simplest approach: assume `periodYears` is 1.0 year by default.
// If dates are provided, adjust `t` values relative to this 1-year period.
// E.g., if period is 1 year, and date is July 1st, t = 0.5.
// This is standard for annualizing returns.
// Let's stick to the standard convention: Annualize everything.
// Assume `periodYears` = 1.0 year unless specified otherwise.
// The `t` values for cash flows are fractions of this 1.0 year period.
// If dates are given, calculate fraction of year.
// Re-think: The formula is IRR. `t` is time elapsed. `T` is total period duration.
// If we input dates like '2023-01-01', '2023-07-01', '2024-01-01', this implies a period.
// The total `periodYears` should be derived from the *span* of these dates.
// Let's derive `periodYears` from the dates themselves.
var validDates = cashFlowDates.filter(function(d){ return d instanceof Date; });
if (validDates.length === 0) return 1.0; // Default to 1 year if no valid dates
var minDate = new Date(Math.min.apply(null, validDates.map(function(d){ return d.getTime(); })));
var maxDate = new Date(Math.max.apply(null, validDates.map(function(d){ return d.getTime(); })));
// If initial/final values are provided without dates, how do we define the period?
// Let's assume the period is defined by the cash flow dates.
// The final investment value is assumed to be at the time of the *latest* cash flow date.
// If the user wants a specific period length (e.g., exactly 1 year), they must provide dates accordingly.
// Calculate duration between the earliest and latest cash flow date.
var timeDiffMs = maxDate.getTime() – minDate.getTime();
var durationYears = timeDiffMs / (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24 * 365.25);
// Ensure a minimum duration if only one date is provided or dates are same.
if (durationYears < 1e-6) { // Essentially zero duration
// If only one cash flow date, we cannot determine the end of the period accurately.
// Let's default to 1 year from that date IF only one cash flow date exists.
// Or, if initial/final are provided, use the span between them if dates are absent.
// If there's only one date, and initial/final values, assume the period is 1 year?
// This is a limitation of not having explicit start/end dates.
// Pragmatic: if durationYears is near zero, default to 1.0 year.
return 1.0;
}
return durationYears;
}
// — Main Calculation Logic —
var chartInstance = null; // Global variable for chart
function calculate() {
var initialInvestment = parseFloat(document.getElementById("initialInvestment").value);
var finalInvestment = parseFloat(document.getElementById("finalInvestment").value);
var cashFlowsInput = document.getElementById("cashFlows").value;
var cashFlowDatesInput = document.getElementById("cashFlowDates").value;
var errors = false;
if (!validateInput("initialInvestment", 0, null, "initialInvestmentError")) errors = true;
if (!validateInput("finalInvestment", 0, null, "finalInvestmentError")) errors = true;
// Parse cash flows and dates first to get them ready
var cashFlowsData = parseCashFlows(cashFlowsInput, cashFlowDatesInput);
if (cashFlowsData === null) errors = true; // parseCashFlows sets its own error message
if (errors) {
document.getElementById("primaryResult").textContent = "MWR: Error";
document.getElementById("totalContributions").textContent = "N/A";
document.getElementById("totalWithdrawals").textContent = "N/A";
document.getElementById("netCashFlow").textContent = "N/A";
updateChart([], 0, 0); // Clear chart on error
return;
}
// Determine the period duration based on dates
var parsedDates = cashFlowsData.dates.map(function(d) {
if (d instanceof Date) return d;
// If null, it means mid-period assumption. We still need a reference Date object for calculation.
// Let's handle null dates within the MWR calculation function itself.
return null;
});
var periodYears = calculatePeriodYears(null, parsedDates, null); // Simplified duration calculation
// Adjust time 't' for each cash flow if dates were provided
var adjustedCashFlows = [];
var initialTime = 0; // Start of period is time 0
// If dates are provided, use them to calculate time `t` relative to the earliest date.
// The `calculatePeriodYears` already determined the total span.
// The `calculateMWR` function needs `t` values relative to the start of the period.
// Let's simplify time calculation: Assume the period is defined by `periodYears`.
// If dates are provided, calculate `t` as fraction of `periodYears`.
// If dates are null, assume mid-period (t = periodYears / 2).
var timePoints = []; // Store time points for each cash flow + start/end
timePoints.push({ time: 0, flow: -initialInvestment }); // Initial Investment as outflow at t=0
for (var i = 0; i < cashFlowsData.flows.length; i++) {
var flow = cashFlowsData.flows[i];
var date = cashFlowsData.dates[i];
var time;
if (date === null) { // Mid-period assumption
time = periodYears / 2.0;
} else if (date instanceof Date) {
// Calculate time elapsed from the start of the period (earliest date).
var earliestDate = new Date(Math.min.apply(null, cashFlowsData.dates.filter(function(d){ return d instanceof Date; }).map(function(d){ return d.getTime(); })));
var timeDiffMs = date.getTime() – earliestDate.getTime();
time = timeDiffMs / (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24 * 365.25);
} else { // Fallback if date is not a Date object or null (shouldn't happen if parsing is correct)
time = periodYears / 2.0;
}
// Ensure time is not negative
if (time < 0) time = 0;
timePoints.push({ time: time, flow: flow });
}
timePoints.push({ time: periodYears, flow: finalInvestment }); // Final Investment as inflow at T
// Sort time points to ensure correct order for IRR calculation if needed, though standard IRR functions handle this.
// For our iterative solver, the order matters for calculating derivatives and potentially NPV.
timePoints.sort(function(a, b) { return a.time – b.time; });
// Recalculate MWR using the adjusted time points and period duration
// The `calculateMWR` function needs modification to use these structured time points.
// It currently iterates through flows and dates directly. Let's adapt it.
// — Adapting calculateMWR to use structured timePoints —
function calculateMWR_structured(initial, final, timePointsArray, totalPeriodYears) {
var maxIterations = 1000;
var tolerance = 0.00001;
var guess = 0.1; // Initial guess for MWR
var step = 0.01; // For derivative approximation
for (var iter = 0; iter < maxIterations; iter++) {
var NPV = 0;
var derivativeApprox = 0;
// Calculate NPV and its derivative
for (var i = 0; i < timePointsArray.length; i++) {
var tp = timePointsArray[i];
var time = tp.time;
var flow = tp.flow;
// Adjust final investment to be negative outflow for consistency in NPV sum
var effectiveFlow = (i === timePointsArray.length – 1) ? -flow : flow; // Last point is final value, treat as outflow for sum
if (i === 0) effectiveFlow = flow; // First point is initial investment, treat as outflow
if (time < 0) time = 0; // Ensure non-negative time
var denominator = Math.pow(1 + guess, time);
if (denominator === 0) { NPV = Infinity; break; } // Avoid division by zero
NPV += effectiveFlow / denominator;
// Derivative approximation calculation
var denominator_plus_step = Math.pow(1 + guess + step, time);
if (denominator_plus_step === 0) { derivativeApprox = Infinity; break; } // Avoid division by zero
derivativeApprox += effectiveFlow / denominator_plus_step;
}
// Correct NPV: Initial investment is outflow, intermediate flows are as given, final is inflow (positive).
// Let's re-calculate NPV cleanly:
NPV = 0;
for (var i = 0; i < timePointsArray.length; i++) {
var tp = timePointsArray[i];
var time = tp.time;
var flow = tp.flow;
if (time < 0) time = 0;
var factor = Math.pow(1 + guess, time);
if (factor === 0) { NPV = Infinity; break; }
if (i === 0) { // Initial Investment (Outflow)
NPV -= flow / factor;
} else if (i === timePointsArray.length – 1) { // Final Investment (Inflow)
NPV += flow / factor;
} else { // Intermediate Cash Flows
NPV += flow / factor;
}
}
if (Math.abs(NPV) < tolerance) {
return guess; // Found MWR
}
// Calculate derivative approximation more robustly
derivativeApprox = 0;
for (var i = 0; i < timePointsArray.length; i++) {
var tp = timePointsArray[i];
var time = tp.time;
var flow = tp.flow;
if (time < 0) time = 0;
var factor_guess = Math.pow(1 + guess, time);
var factor_guess_step = Math.pow(1 + guess + step, time);
if (factor_guess === 0 || factor_guess_step === 0) { derivativeApprox = Infinity; break; }
var term_derivative = (flow / factor_guess_step) – (flow / factor_guess);
derivativeApprox += term_derivative / step;
}
if (Math.abs(derivativeApprox) < tolerance) {
// If derivative is near zero, adjust guess by a small fixed step based on NPV sign
if (Math.abs(NPV) 0 ? step : -step);
} else {
guess = guess – NPV / derivativeApprox; // Newton-Raphson step
}
// Ensure guess stays within reasonable bounds
if (guess 5.0) guess = 5.0;
}
return NaN; // Failed to converge
}
// — End of structured MWR calculation adaptation —
// Reconstruct timePoints for the structured calculation
var structuredTimePoints = [];
structuredTimePoints.push({ time: 0, flow: initialInvestment }); // Initial Investment (Outflow)
for (var i = 0; i < cashFlowsData.flows.length; i++) {
var flow = cashFlowsData.flows[i];
var date = cashFlowsData.dates[i];
var time;
if (date === null) { // Mid-period assumption
time = periodYears / 2.0;
} else if (date instanceof Date) {
var earliestDate = new Date(Math.min.apply(null, cashFlowsData.dates.filter(function(d){ return d instanceof Date; }).map(function(d){ return d.getTime(); })));
var timeDiffMs = date.getTime() – earliestDate.getTime();
time = timeDiffMs / (1000 * 60 * 60 * 24 * 365.25);
} else {
time = periodYears / 2.0;
}
if (time 0) {
structuredTimePoints[structuredTimePoints.length – 1].time = periodYears;
}
var mwr = calculateMWR_structured(initialInvestment, finalInvestment, structuredTimePoints, periodYears);
var resultElement = document.getElementById("primaryResult");
if (isNaN(mwr)) {
resultElement.textContent = "MWR: Calculation Failed";
} else {
resultElement.textContent = "MWR: " + (mwr * 100).toFixed(2) + "%";
}
// Update chart
updateChart(structuredTimePoints, periodYears, mwr);
}
// Function to update the chart
function updateChart(timePoints, periodYears, mwr) {
var ctx = document.getElementById('investmentChart').getContext('2d');
// Clear previous chart if it exists
if (chartInstance) {
chartInstance.destroy();
}
// Prepare data for chart simulation
var chartDataPoints = [];
var simulatedValues = [];
var valueAtStart = 0; // Will be set by initial investment
// Determine the step for plotting points, e.g., 50 points over the period
var numSteps = 100;
var stepSize = periodYears / numSteps;
// Find initial investment value and time points
var initialInvestmentVal = 0;
var timePointsMap = {}; // Map time to flow for easy lookup
timePoints.forEach(function(tp) {
timePointsMap[tp.time] = tp.flow;
});
// Calculate initial value at t=0
if (timePoints.length > 0 && timePoints[0].time === 0) {
initialInvestmentVal = timePoints[0].flow; // This is the outflow, so value is negative if used directly.
// Let's track portfolio value, starting from 0 and adding/subtracting flows.
// Initial investment is an outflow, so portfolio starts at -initialInvestment.
var startingPortfolioValue = -initialInvestment; // Negative because it's an outflow
simulatedValues.push({ time: 0, value: startingPortfolioValue });
chartDataPoints.push(0);
} else {
// If no explicit start point at t=0, assume initial investment happened, but chart starts calculation from first cash flow?
// This needs clarification. Let's assume the first point IS the initial investment at t=0.
simulatedValues.push({ time: 0, value: 0 }); // Default if no initial investment defined
chartDataPoints.push(0);
}
// Simulate growth step by step
var currentPortfolioValue = simulatedValues.length > 0 ? simulatedValues[0].value : 0;
var lastFlowTime = 0;
for (var i = 1; i <= numSteps; i++) {
var currentTime = i * stepSize;
chartDataPoints.push(currentTime);
// Find the flow applied at this time point or nearest previous time point
var relevantFlow = 0;
// Check if any cash flow occurs exactly at currentTime
if (timePointsMap.hasOwnProperty(currentTime)) {
relevantFlow = timePointsMap[currentTime];
} else {
// Find the flow that occurred *before* currentTime
var previousFlowTime = 0;
for(var tp_idx=0; tp_idx < timePoints.length; tp_idx++) {
if (timePoints[tp_idx].time 0 && timePointsMap.hasOwnProperty(previousFlowTime)) {
// This logic is complex. Need to correctly apply flows.
// A simpler way: iterate through timePoints.
}
}
// Simplified simulation:
// Assume value grows by MWR, and flows are added/subtracted.
// This is tricky because MWR is IRR, not a simple growth rate applied consistently.
// A correct simulation would apply MWR growth *between* cash flows.
// Let's simulate growth based on MWR rate between cash flows.
// 1. Find the time interval.
// 2. Calculate growth using MWR for that interval.
// 3. Add/subtract cash flow occurring at the end of interval.
// — Revised Chart Simulation Logic —
// Calculate value at each significant time point (cash flows, start, end)
// Then interpolate between these points.
var simulatedPoints = [];
var currentTime = 0;
var currentValue = -initialInvestment; // Start with the initial outflow
// Add initial state
simulatedPoints.push({ time: 0, value: currentValue });
// Iterate through sorted time points (cash flows + final value)
for (var i = 0; i 0) {
var growthFactor = Math.pow(1 + mwr, durationSinceLast);
currentValue *= growthFactor;
}
// Apply the cash flow at flowTime
if (i === 0) { // Initial investment is already accounted for as starting negative value
// Do nothing, it's the starting point.
} else if (i === timePoints.length – 1) { // Final Investment (inflow)
currentValue += flowAmount;
} else { // Intermediate Cash Flow
currentValue += flowAmount;
}
// Add the new point
simulatedPoints.push({ time: flowTime, value: currentValue });
currentTime = flowTime;
}
// Now, interpolate these simulatedPoints to create smooth chart data
chartDataPoints = [];
simulatedValues = [];
var simIdx = 0;
for (var i = 0; i <= numSteps; i++) {
var time = i * stepSize;
chartDataPoints.push(time);
// Find the corresponding simulated point or interpolate
while (simIdx < simulatedPoints.length – 1 && simulatedPoints[simIdx + 1].time < time) {
simIdx++;
}
var startPoint = simulatedPoints[simIdx];
var endPoint = simulatedPoints[simIdx + 1];
if (!startPoint) { // Should not happen if simulatedPoints is initialized correctly
simulatedValues.push(0);
continue;
}
var interpolatedValue;
if (!endPoint || startPoint.time === endPoint.time) { // Only one point or no next point
interpolatedValue = startPoint.value;
} else {
var fraction = (time – startPoint.time) / (endPoint.time – startPoint.time);
interpolatedValue = startPoint.value + fraction * (endPoint.value – startPoint.value);
}
simulatedValues.push(interpolatedValue);
}
// — End Revised Chart Simulation Logic —
var chartLabels = chartDataPoints.map(function(t) { return t.toFixed(2) + " yr"; }); // X-axis labels
// Prepare data series
var datasets = [
{
label: 'Simulated Portfolio Value ($)',
data: simulatedValues,
borderColor: 'rgba(0, 74, 153, 1)',
backgroundColor: 'rgba(0, 74, 153, 0.2)',
fill: false,
tension: 0.1,
pointRadius: 0 // Hide points on the line for smoother look
}
];
// Add cash flow markers if desired (optional)
// This requires more complex chart config. For now, keep it simple.
chartInstance = new Chart(ctx, {
type: 'line',
data: {
labels: chartLabels,
datasets: datasets
},
options: {
responsive: true,
maintainAspectRatio: false,
scales: {
y: {
beginAtZero: false, // Allow negative values
title: {
display: true,
text: 'Portfolio Value ($)'
}
},
x: {
title: {
display: true,
text: 'Time (Years)'
}
}
},
plugins: {
title: {
display: true,
text: 'Investment Growth Simulation based on MWR'
},
tooltip: {
callbacks: {
label: function(context) {
var label = context.dataset.label || '';
if (label) {
label += ': ';
}
if (context.parsed.y !== null) {
label += new Intl.NumberFormat('en-US', { style: 'currency', currency: 'USD' }).format(context.parsed.y);
}
return label;
}
}
}
}
}
});
}
// Function to copy results
function copyResults() {
var primaryResult = document.getElementById("primaryResult").textContent;
var totalContributions = document.getElementById("totalContributions").textContent;
var totalWithdrawals = document.getElementById("totalWithdrawals").textContent;
var netCashFlow = document.getElementById("netCashFlow").textContent;
var initialInvestmentVal = document.getElementById("initialInvestment").value;
var finalInvestmentVal = document.getElementById("finalInvestment").value;
var cashFlowsVal = document.getElementById("cashFlows").value;
var cashFlowDatesVal = document.getElementById("cashFlowDates").value;
var resultText = "— Money Weighted Return Calculation Results —\n\n";
resultText += primaryResult + "\n\n";
resultText += "Key Intermediate Values:\n";
resultText += "- Total Contributions: " + totalContributions + "\n";
resultText += "- Total Withdrawals: " + totalWithdrawals + "\n";
resultText += "- Net Cash Flow: " + netCashFlow + "\n\n";
resultText += "Key Assumptions / Inputs:\n";
resultText += "- Initial Investment: $" + initialInvestmentVal + "\n";
resultText += "- Final Investment: $" + finalInvestmentVal + "\n";
resultText += "- Cash Flows: " + (cashFlowsVal.trim() === "" ? "None" : cashFlowsVal) + "\n";
resultText += "- Cash Flow Dates: " + (cashFlowDatesVal.trim() === "" ? "Not Specified (Mid-period assumed)" : cashFlowDatesVal) + "\n";
// Add formula explanation
resultText += "\nFormula Used: The Money Weighted Return (MWR) is calculated as the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) that equates the present value of cash inflows to the present value of cash outflows over the investment period.\n";
navigator.clipboard.writeText(resultText).then(function() {
alert("Results copied to clipboard!");
}).catch(function(err) {
console.error("Failed to copy results: ", err);
alert("Failed to copy results. Please copy manually.");
});
}
// Event listeners
document.getElementById("calculateBtn").addEventListener("click", calculate);
document.getElementById("resetBtn").addEventListener("click", function() {
document.getElementById("initialInvestment").value = "100000";
document.getElementById("finalInvestment").value = "120000";
document.getElementById("cashFlows").value = "";
document.getElementById("cashFlowDates").value = "";
// Clear errors
document.getElementById("initialInvestmentError").textContent = "";
document.getElementById("finalInvestmentError").textContent = "";
document.getElementById("cashFlowsError").textContent = "";
document.getElementById("cashFlowDatesError").textContent = "";
calculate(); // Recalculate with defaults
});
document.getElementById("copyResultsBtn").addEventListener("click", copyResults);
// Initial calculation on page load
window.onload = function() {
// Ensure Chart.js is loaded before attempting to draw
if (typeof Chart !== 'undefined') {
calculate();
} else {
// Chart.js not loaded yet, wait for load event or handle dynamically
console.warn("Chart.js not loaded yet. Initial chart may not render.");
// Add logic to retry drawing chart after Chart.js is loaded if necessary
}
};
// Include Chart.js library (this should ideally be loaded via a script tag in head)
// For a single file HTML, we can try to embed or assume it's available.
// If not provided externally, we need to add the CDN link or the library itself.
// Assuming Chart.js is available globally. If not, it needs to be included:
/*
*/
// For this exercise, we'll assume Chart.js is loaded. If running this code standalone,
// ensure Chart.js is included in the HTML or before this script.