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Simple Interest

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Interest calculated only on the original principal amount, not on accumulated interest.

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Example: Consider an investor building a $100,000 portfolio. Simple Interest — interest calculated only on the original principal amount, not on accumulated interest. — directly affects investment strategy and long-term returns. Getting this concept right can mean tens of thousands of dollars in difference over a 20-year period. Model your portfolio with our investment calculator.

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