Break Even Price Calculator
The price you need to sell at to walk away flat once fees are counted.
Method
How it works
Break-even is the sale price at which proceeds after the sell fee exactly match the original purchase cost including the buy fee. Both sides of the transaction are therefore included.
Quantity affects the total cost and fee cost, but not the per-share break-even price. A sell fee of 100% or more returns zero because no valid break-even price exists under the supplied calculation.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Does break-even include both commissions?
Yes. The purchase cost includes the buy fee and the required sale proceeds are reduced by the sell fee.
Why does quantity not change the break-even price?
The same per-share fees apply across the position, so quantity changes totals but cancels out of the per-share price.
Are taxes included?
No. Only the two fee percentages entered in the calculator are included.
Not financial advice. This calculator is for general informational purposes only. Check figures independently before making financial decisions.