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See how inflation erodes the purchasing power of your money over time.
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Inflation Calculator
Our inflation calculator shows how inflation erodes the purchasing power of your money over time. Essential for financial planning and investment decisions.
Future Value = Present Value × (1 + Inflation Rate)^Years
Example: ₹1,00,000 today at 6% inflation needs to be ₹1,79,085 in 10 years to maintain the same purchasing power.
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What is inflation?
Inflation is the rate at which prices rise over time, reducing the purchasing power of money. India's average inflation is 5-6% per year (CPI).
How to calculate future value with inflation?
Future Value = Present Value × (1 + inflation rate)^years. If ₹100 at 6% inflation: in 10 years it needs to be ₹179 to have same purchasing power.
What is real return?
Real Return = Nominal Return - Inflation Rate. If your FD gives 7% and inflation is 6%, real return is only 1%.
What is India's current inflation rate?
India's CPI inflation typically ranges 4-7%. Check RBI or MOSPI for current data. The RBI targets 4% with ±2% band.