Rule of 72 Calculator — Calculate Investment Doubling Time

Rule of 72 Calculator

Calculate how long it will take for your investment to double using the Rule of 72. Understand how interest rates and compounding affect your wealth growth.

Step 1: Investment Details

8%

Understanding the Rule of 72

The Rule of 72 estimates how long it takes for an investment to double at a fixed annual interest rate. Divide 72 by the interest rate to get the doubling time.

Step 2: Advanced Options

2.5%
15%

About Compound Interest

Compound interest is interest calculated on the initial principal and also on the accumulated interest from previous periods. It causes wealth to grow exponentially over time.

Rule of 72 Results

Summary
Rate Comparison
Growth Analysis

Time to Double Your Investment

9 years
Future Value: $21,589
Initial Investment
$10,000
Annual Interest Rate
8%
Total Interest Earned
$11,589
Effective Annual Yield
8.24%

Interest Rate Comparison

Interest Rate Years to Double (Rule of 72) Future Value (20 years) Total Interest Doubling Cycles

Investment Growth Analysis

Rule of 72 Formula

Years to Double = 72 ÷ Interest Rate

The Rule of 72 provides a quick approximation of how long it takes for an investment to double at a fixed annual interest rate. For more precise calculations, use the compound interest formula.

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