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Cost of Capital Calculator

Calculate WACC from the mix of debt and equity, with the tax shield on debt applied.

Every figure below is labelled in the currency you pick. Amounts are not converted — enter values in the same currency.

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Why debt looks cheaper than it is

Interest is tax deductible, so debt at 7% costs 5.5% after a 21% tax rate. That tax shield is real, and it is why leveraged companies show a lower WACC. What the formula cannot show is the risk: more debt raises the cost of equity too, and past a point it raises the cost of debt as well.

The formula

WACC = E/(D+E) × Re + D/(D+E) × Rd × (1 − tax)

Every result on this page comes from this formula. Nothing is rounded until the final display, so figures match a spreadsheet to the cent.

How to use the Cost of Capital Calculator

  1. Fill in each field with your own figures — the defaults are only there as an example.
  2. The result updates as you type, so there is no button to press.
  3. Check the breakdown under the main result for the supporting numbers.
  4. Use the copy button to take the result with you, or share the link to reload the same inputs.

Cost of Capital Calculator — frequently asked questions

Is this cost of capital calculator free to use?

Yes. Every calculator on the site is free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser, so your figures never leave your device.

How accurate is the result?

The maths is exact for the formula shown on the page. Accuracy in the real world depends on your inputs and on assumptions the formula cannot see, so treat the output as a well-grounded estimate rather than a quote.

Can I use it on my phone?

Yes. The page is responsive, weighs a few kilobytes and works offline once loaded, so it behaves the same on a phone as on a desktop.

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About this calculator

Written and reviewed by The Samsung Calculator editorial team. Every calculator is written against a published formula, reviewed against at least one independent reference implementation, and dated when it changes.

Last reviewed August 19, 2026 · Calculation runs client-side · No data collected · Report an error