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    Interest, CDs & APY

    APY Calculator

    Calculate annual percentage yield from an interest rate and compounding frequency.

    Optional deposit and time period show interest earned and ending balance.

    Annual percentage yield4.49%
    Interest earned$448.98
    Ending balance$10,448.98
    Simple rate4.4%
    Breakdown
    CompoundingMonthly

    Assumptions

    • APY assumes interest remains on deposit for a full year.
    Method

    How this calculator works

    Formula used

    APY = (1 + rate / compounding periods) ^ periods - 1.

    Example calculation

    A 4.4% nominal rate compounded monthly has a slightly higher APY than 4.4% because interest earns interest.

    FAQ

    APY Calculator FAQ

    Are these retirement and investment calculators financial advice?

    No. They are educational planning tools for U.S. users and do not replace advice from a qualified financial, tax, legal, or investment professional.

    Why can actual investment results be different?

    Actual results can differ because market returns vary, taxes change, fees apply, inflation shifts, and account rules may limit contributions or withdrawals.

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