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Investing
Annualized Return Calculator
Convert a multi-year investment gain into an equivalent yearly growth rate using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) formula. Ideal for comparing investments held over different time periods on a level playing field.
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Investing
Compound Interest Calculator
Project the future value of an investment given a lump-sum principal, recurring monthly contributions, an annual rate, and a compounding frequency. Use it for long-horizon planning β retirement, college funds, or any goal where reinvested earnings drive the bulk of growth.
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Key differences
| Annualized Return Calculator | Compound Interest Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Investing | Investing |
| Inputs required | 3 | 5 |
| Result | Annualized Return (%) | Future Value ($) |
| What it does | Convert a multi-year investment gain into an equivalent yearly growth rate using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) formula. Ideal for comparing investments held over different time periods on a level playing field. | Project the future value of an investment given a lump-sum principal, recurring monthly contributions, an annual rate, and a compounding frequency. Use it for long-horizon planning β retirement, college funds, or any goal where reinvested earnings drive the bulk of growth. |