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See how rising prices change what your money buys.
Inflation is the slow rise in prices. Over many years it can cut what your money buys, which is why saving and investing for growth matters. This tool shows both sides of it.
Future cost = amount x (1 + inflation)^years. What your money buys later = amount divided by (1 + inflation)^years.
Want the full story with a worked example? Read the Inflation guide, or see all of our free calculators. For learning only, not advice.