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Absolute return is the plain point-to-point gain: current value against amount invested, with no reference to time. It answers what you made, not how fast, so it should never be compared across holdings of different length.
Absolute return
Return = (Current value - Invested) / Invested × 100
Figures are estimates for planning only. Market returns are not guaranteed, and rates, limits and tax rules change. This is not financial or tax advice — speak to a qualified adviser before acting.
For holdings under a year, where annualising a short-run result would exaggerate it.
A 60% absolute return is excellent over two years and mediocre over twelve — always check the holding period.