31 March 2023

Margo Lestz

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The rule of 72

The rule of 72

The rule of 72

Have you ever heard of the financial concept called the rule of 72?

Have you ever heard of the financial concept called the rule of 72?

Have you ever heard of the financial concept called the rule of 72?

The Rule of 72 is a very interesting and useful principle, which has been around for about 400 years. And it’s even said that Albert Einstein called it the eighth wonder of the world.

With compound interest, you can use the rule of 72 to show how long it takes for your money to double at a certain interest rate: You simply take the number 72 and divide it by your interest rate. This will show you approximately how many years it will take for your money to double.

72 ÷ %

72 divided by your interest rate equals the number of years it will take for your money to double.

Watch this video to learn:

  • How you can use this simple rule to calculate the number of years it will take to double your money at a given interest rate.

  • Why you should start investing as soon as possible.

  • How getting a better rate of return can make a big difference.

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Harestone Valley Road, Caterham CR3 6HY.

The information provided on this website is for educational or informational purposes only. Please refer to our
legal disclaimer for further information.


Financial Services Compensation Scheme Protection

The FSCS is the UK’s compensation fund of last resort for customers of authorised Financial Services firms. With the standard Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) you are covered under the General Insurance Arranging claim category whereby the cover is 90% of the claim with no upper limits if we cannot meet our obligations.


Further information about compensation scheme arrangements is available from the FSCS.

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Genistar Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (472050)


VAT No. 326779856


Genistar Limited is incorporated in England and Wales, with registered

number 6315485. Its registered office is at Victoria House,
Harestone Valley Road, Caterham CR3 6HY.

The information provided on this website is for educational or informational purposes only. Please refer to our
legal disclaimer for further information.


Financial Services Compensation Scheme Protection

The FSCS is the UK’s compensation fund of last resort for customers of authorised Financial Services firms. With the standard Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) you are covered under the General Insurance Arranging claim category whereby the cover is 90% of the claim with no upper limits if we cannot meet our obligations.


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