🌱 Sustainable Growth Rate Calculator
Calculate the maximum growth rate a company can sustain using only internally generated funds, with the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR).
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What is Sustainable Growth Rate?
The Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) is the maximum rate at which a company can grow its sales and earnings using only internally generated funds, without issuing new debt or equity.
The formula
SGR = Return on Equity × Retention Ratio. A company aiming to grow faster than its SGR will typically need to raise external capital, change its dividend policy, or improve profitability.
This calculator is for general financial-planning education.
Last reviewed August 2026