Basics

Compound Interest

Compound interest is interest earned on both your initial principal and on interest from previous periods. Over time, compounding accelerates growth exponentially. Albert Einstein reportedly called it the eighth wonder of the world.

Example

$10,000 at 8% for 30 years becomes roughly $100,600 with compounding.

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