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Financial Math

APR to APY Calculator

Convert your nominal Annual Percentage Rate (APR) to the effective Annual Percentage Yield (APY) based on your compounding frequency.

1 Enter your nominal APR %
2 Select compounding frequency
3 Get your effective annual yield
Input Parameters
%
Formula Reference
$APY = (1 + \frac{APR}{n})^n - 1$

Where n is the number of compounding periods per year.
Effective Annual Yield (APY)
12.68%
Based on monthly compounding
Total Difference
+0.68%

Understanding APR vs. APY

While APR is the standard way to express interest rates, APY gives you the full picture by accounting for compound interest. Knowing the difference is key to smarter financial decisions.

How to use this tool

Simply enter the nominal APR provided by your bank or lender, then select how often the interest is compounded (e.g., monthly for most savings accounts or daily for some credit cards). The calculator instantly reveals your true annual yield.

The Benefits of APY

Using APY allows you to compare different financial products on an "apples-to-apples" basis. A lower APR with frequent compounding might actually result in a higher yield than a higher APR with less frequent compounding.

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