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How to use Inflation Calculator

Enter a current amount, the expected inflation rate and number of years. The calculator shows the future cost and the drop in purchasing power over time.

Frequently asked questions

How is future cost from inflation calculated?

Future cost = present cost × (1 + inflation rate)^years. At 6% inflation, an item costing ₹1,000 today would cost about ₹1,791 in ten years.

How does inflation reduce purchasing power?

As prices rise, the same money buys fewer goods. ₹100 today buys less each year, which is why savings must earn more than inflation to grow in real terms.

Why should I plan for inflation?

Ignoring inflation understates future expenses like retirement or education. Factoring it in helps you set realistic savings and investment targets that keep pace.

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