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Future Value / Present Value Calculator

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Toggle between calculating future value from present value, or present value from future value.

Changing the display currency only changes the symbol shown — amounts aren't converted, since this tool doesn't use live exchange rates.

Future value

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How this is calculated

Future Value = Present Value × (1 + r)ⁿ. Present Value = Future Value ÷ (1 + r)ⁿ, where r is the annual rate and n is the number of years.

Frequently asked questions

When would I want present value instead of future value?
Present value tells you what a future sum is worth today — useful for comparing a future payout against money you could invest now, or for valuing a future cash flow like a bond payment.