Future Value Calculator
The future worth of a single lump sum invested today.
Future value
FV
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Growth
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Total return
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The formula
FV = PV · (1 + r/n)nt
where PV is present value, r the annual rate, n the compounding periods per year, and t the time in years.
Quick check — the Rule of 72
Divide 72 by your rate to get the doubling time. At 6%: 72/6 = 12 years. At 9%: 8 years. Useful for a sanity check on the FV.