Compound Interest Explained: The “Engine” of Long-Term Investing
Learn compound interest with clear examples. See how contributions and time create exponential growth and how small rate changes matter over decades.
Compounding means you earn returns on your initial money and on prior returns.
Why time matters most
Compounding feels slow early, then accelerates. Time is the key input.
Contributions amplify results
Monthly contributions often matter more than small rate changes.
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