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MissedAlpha

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know

Find answers to common questions about MissedAlpha, our methodology, and how to make the most of our ROI calculator.

What is MissedAlpha?

MissedAlpha is a free historical ROI (Return on Investment) calculator that shows you exactly how much money you would have made if you had invested in stocks, cryptocurrencies, ETFs, and other assets at a specific date in the past. Think of it as a financial time machine.

How does MissedAlpha calculate returns?

We use a professional-grade simulation engine that goes far beyond simple percentage calculations. Our system accounts for stock splits, cash dividends, dividend reinvestment (DRIP), inflation adjustments, and real-time multi-currency conversions using historical daily exchange rates.

If I invested $1,000 in Bitcoin in 2010, how much would I have today?

Use our Bitcoin ROI Calculator to find out! Bitcoin has been one of the best-performing assets in history. A $1,000 investment in Bitcoin in July 2010 (when it was ~$0.06) would be worth billions of dollars today. Try it yourself with our calculator for the exact number based on your chosen date.

Does MissedAlpha account for stock splits?

Yes! We automatically adjust all historical calculations for stock splits and reverse splits. For example, if you look up Apple (AAPL) or Nvidia (NVDA), our engine correctly accounts for their multi-split histories to show you an accurate share count and return.

Are dividends included in the calculations?

Absolutely. We track historical cash dividend payments for all dividend-paying stocks. Our calculator shows your "Total Return" including dividend income — not just price appreciation. This gives you the true picture of investment performance.

What assets can I look up?

MissedAlpha covers over 100,000 assets globally including: US Stocks & ETFs (NASDAQ, NYSE, AMEX), Cryptocurrencies (BTC, ETH, SOL, and 10,000+ altcoins), International Markets (London, Tokyo, Toronto, Istanbul/BIST exchanges), and Commodities via ETFs (Gold, Silver, Oil).

Is MissedAlpha free to use?

Yes, MissedAlpha is completely free. We believe financial literacy should be accessible to everyone. You can calculate returns for any asset, any date, any amount — without paying a cent.

How accurate is the historical data?

We aggregate data from multiple premium financial APIs and cross-reference historical events (splits, dividends, delistings) to ensure high precision. While no data source is perfect, we continuously validate and improve our data quality.

Can I calculate returns in my local currency?

Yes! MissedAlpha supports multi-currency calculations. If you are investing from Turkey, Europe, or anywhere else, our engine uses daily historical exchange rates to show you the true return in your local currency, accounting for currency appreciation or devaluation.

What is "Missed Alpha" exactly?

"Alpha" in finance refers to excess returns above a benchmark. "Missed Alpha" represents the returns you could have earned but didn't — the opportunity cost of not investing. Our tool quantifies this exact number to help you understand the power of long-term investing.

Can I use this for investment advice?

No. MissedAlpha is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Our calculations are simulations based on historical data and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a qualified financial advisor for investment decisions.

How do I share my results?

After calculating your ROI, you can use the "Share Result" button to generate a high-quality image of your calculation results. On supported devices, you can share directly to social media or messaging apps. On desktop, the image will be downloaded automatically.

What is the Pattern Analysis feature?

Pattern Analysis is our AI-powered tool that finds stocks and assets with similar price patterns to a given asset. It uses advanced algorithms to identify historical chart similarities across global markets, helping you discover potential opportunities.

If I invested $1,000 in Tesla in 2012, what would it be worth?

Tesla (TSLA) has been one of the most remarkable growth stories in stock market history. Use our Tesla ROI Calculator to see the exact return based on your chosen investment date. The results might surprise you! Our calculator accounts for Tesla's stock splits too.

Does MissedAlpha work for Turkish stocks (BIST)?

Yes! We fully support Borsa Istanbul (BIST) stocks. You can calculate returns for any BIST-listed company in both Turkish Lira (TRY) and USD. Our system handles the TRY currency conversion with daily historical exchange rates.

Still have questions?

Try calculating your missed returns or get in touch with us.