We combine the Future Value of your Lumpsum with the Future Value of your Regular Deposits:
$$A = P\left(1+\frac{r}{n}\right)^{nt} + PMT \times \frac{(1+r/n)^{nt}-1}{r/n}$$
*Adjusted for periodic payment synchronization.
Standalone Financial Module
Compounded Quarterly
₹3.40 Lakh
₹3.36 Lakh
10.38%
We combine the Future Value of your Lumpsum with the Future Value of your Regular Deposits:
*Adjusted for periodic payment synchronization.
The more frequently interest is added (e.g., Monthly vs Yearly), the higher the final amount. This is why credit cards (daily) are expensive and FDs (quarterly) are better than simple savings.
Linear growth is predictable, but compounding is exponential. In the later years of your investment, your interest often earns more than your original principal every single year.
A quick shortcut: Divide 72 by your interest rate to find out roughly how many years it takes to double your money through compounding.