Inflation Calculator – How Inflation Erodes Your Money
See how inflation destroys purchasing power and how much you need to maintain your lifestyle.
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Breakdown
–purchasing power lost
Amount Today
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Future Value Needed
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Purchasing Power in Future
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Power Lost
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Year-by-Year Breakdown
| Year | Future Value Needed | Purchasing Power Today Rs | Power Lost % |
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Disclaimer: All calculations are for educational and illustrative purposes only. Results are estimates and do not constitute financial, tax, or investment advice. Tax calculations are based on FY 2024-25 rules. Actual returns may vary. Consult a SEBI-registered financial adviser or CA before making financial decisions. MarketFreeze is not a SEBI-registered investment adviser.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is inflation?▾
Rate at which prices rise. At 6% annual inflation Rs1L today needs Rs1.79L in 10 years.
India average inflation?▾
5-7% CPI over past decade. Healthcare: 8-10%. Education: 10-12%.
How to beat inflation?▾
Equity MFs historically 12-15%. FDs barely keep pace. Savings accounts lose to inflation.
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