YoY (Year-over-Year)

A comparison of a business metric for one period with the same period from the previous year.

Definition

Year-over-Year (YoY) growth compares performance metrics from one year to the same period in the previous year, accounting for seasonal variations and providing a clear view of long-term growth trends.

How to Calculate

YoY Growth = ((Current Year - Previous Year) / Previous Year) × 100

Real-World Example

Revenue Growth: $2M revenue this year vs $1.5M last year

YoY Growth = (($2M - $1.5M) / $1.5M) × 100 = 33.3%

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