Compound interest grows by reinvesting earnings, creating larger interest over time. Increasing compounding frequency (e.g., monthly) can significantly accelerate investment growth. Compound earnings ...

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You might have heard people use the term compound interest, but if you can’t answer the question “What is compound interest?” then you’re missing out on how compound interest affects your finances.