Compound Interest Calculator
See how your investments grow with the power of compounding
Results
Total Principal:
$0
Total Interest:
$0
Final Balance:
$0
How to Use the Compound Interest Calculator
Tool Overview
This compound interest calculator helps you visualize how your investments grow over time using the power of compounding. It shows the total amount you'll have, including both your principal investment and the interest earned.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Enter your initial investment amount
- Input the expected annual return rate
- Choose the compounding frequency (how often interest is added)
- Specify your investment period in years
- Click "Calculate" to see the results
Input Explanation
- Initial Investment: The starting amount of money you invest
- Annual Return: The expected annual percentage return on your investment
- Compounding Frequency: How often interest is added to your principal
- Investment Period: How many years you plan to keep your money invested
Understanding Results
The calculator displays three key metrics:
- Total Principal: The total amount of money you invested
- Total Interest: The interest earned on your principal over time
- Final Balance: The total amount you'll have at the end of the investment period