The "investment rate of return" refers to the ratio of profit or loss to the principal, generally expressed as an annual percentage (%).
The investment rate of return on the AnswerNet is the average rate of return (compounded) over the investment period from the start of investment to the statement date, expressed as an annual percentage rate.
*The investment rate of return is shown for corporate-type DC participants.
The "P/L ratio" is the difference between asset balance and cumulative contributions, expressed as a percentage (%).
*P/L ratio is displayed on the AnswerNet for corporate-type DC and individual-type DC (iDeCo). It is not displayed if you are currently receiving benefits.