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Required lump-sum savings rate calculator UK

Find the annual compound rate required for an existing lump sum to reach a target. Check the formula, worked example and limits before using your own figures.

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Required annual compound rate

3.71%

Use your actual figures. Any prefilled price, fee, rate or return is an editable illustration, not a current product quote. No further deposits, withdrawals, fees or tax. A calculated rate is not evidence that a suitable account exists.

How the required lump-sum savings rate calculator uk works

Required annual rate = ((target ÷ principal)^(1/years) − 1) × 100.

Data basis: mathematical formula using your inputs. Example prices and rates are illustrative, not current market quotes.

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Worked example: required lump-sum savings rate

This illustration uses the calculator’s example inputs. It is not a quote or a recommended financial decision.

Current lump sum (£)
10,000
Target balance (£)
12,000
Years
5

Required annual compound rate: 3.71%

Required annual rate = ((target ÷ principal)^(1/years) − 1) × 100.

Required lump-sum savings rate: questions answered

What does the required lump-sum savings rate calculation include?

Required annual rate = ((target ÷ principal)^(1/years) − 1) × 100. Use your actual figures. Any prefilled price, fee, rate or return is an editable illustration, not a current product quote. No further deposits, withdrawals, fees or tax. A calculated rate is not evidence that a suitable account exists.

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