Compound Interest Calculator — Future Value Finder

The Power of Compounding

Albert Einstein famously called compound interest the "eighth wonder of the world." Unlike simple interest, which is calculated only on the initial amount you invest, compound interest is calculated on the initial principal plus the accumulated interest from previous periods. This creates a "snowball effect" where your wealth grows at an accelerating rate over time.

Simple vs. Compound Interest

To understand the difference, imagine you invest ₹10,000 at a 10% annual rate for 3 years:

• Simple Interest: You earn ₹1,000 every year. After 3 years, you have ₹13,000.
• Compound Interest: Year 1 you earn ₹1,000. Year 2 you earn 10% of ₹11,000 (₹1,100). Year 3 you earn 10% of ₹12,100 (₹1,210). Total: ₹13,310.

The gap might seem small initially, but over 20 or 30 years, compound interest can result in hundreds of percent more wealth than simple interest.

Frequency Matters

The "frequency" of compounding determines how often the interest is added back to your principal. Common frequencies include:

• Annually: Once per year (Common for fixed deposits).
• Quarterly: Every 3 months (Standard for many savings accounts).
• Monthly: Every month (Standard for credit cards and some mutual funds).
• Daily: Every single day (Maximum growth potential).

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