Compound interest can help turbocharge your savings and investments, or it can quickly lead to an unruly balance, keeping you stuck in a cycle of debt. Its magic can help you earn more — or owe more.

Reviewed by Amy Drury What Is Compound Interest? Compound interest is interest that's calculated on both the initial principal of a deposit or loan and on all accumulated interest. It's a tremendous ...

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