Defensive Interval Ratio

Calculate Defensive Interval Ratio instantly with the exact formula and a worked example. Free online calculator — no signup, works on mobile.

Defensive Interval Ratio

Liquid assets
Expenses/day
DIR
100days
Calculate Defensive Interval Ratio instantly with the exact formula and a worked example. Free online calculator — no signup, works on mobile.

More about: Defensive Interval Ratio

What it calculates

The “Defensive Interval Ratio” calculator computes DIR in days from 2 parameters: liquid assets, expenses/day.

Used by investors to estimate returns, project savings, and analyze a portfolio.

Example calculation

With parameters Liquid assets = 500,000, Expenses/day = 5,000 the result is 100 days.

How to use

  1. Enter the parameter values — every field above is adjustable with a slider.
  2. The result and related metrics are calculated automatically as you type.
  3. Use the additional metrics shown (if any) where needed.
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