📙 Economic Value Added Calculator

Assess value creation above capital costs

How to Use This Calculator

1

Enter NOPAT

Use after-tax operating profit.

2

Enter invested capital and WACC

Use average invested capital and firm WACC.

3

Calculate

Positive EVA indicates value creation.

Formula

EVA = NOPAT − (Invested Capital × WACC)

Example: 2.5m − (20m × 8%) = 0.9m

About EVA

EVA measures economic profit after deducting the cost of capital, aligning with shareholder value creation.

Tips

  • Use average invested capital during the period
  • Normalize NOPAT for unusual items
  • Ensure WACC reflects current risk and structure

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EVA the same as residual income?

Conceptually similar: income minus a charge for capital.

Which tax rate to use?

Use operating tax rate consistent with NOPAT.