How to Use the Investment Calculator

1. Initial Investment
   Enter the starting amount you plan to invest. Use the slider to adjust the value or type the amount directly into the input field.
   Example: If you are starting with €5,000, enter “5000.”
2. Annual Rate of Return (%)
   Enter the percentage you expect your investment to grow each year.
   Example: For an estimated annual return of 6%, enter “6.”
3. Investment Duration (Years)
   Input the number of years you plan to keep the investment.
   Example: If you plan to invest for 10 years, enter “10.”
4. Monthly Contribution
   Specify the additional amount you will contribute to your investment every month.
   Example: If you plan to add €200 monthly, enter “200.”
5. Calculate Results
   After entering the details, click the “Calculate” button. The tool will display:
   • Future Value: The total value of your investment at the end of the selected duration.
   • Starting Amount: The amount you started with.
   • Total Contributions: The sum of your monthly contributions over the years.
   • Total Interest Earned: The total interest accumulated.
6. Interactive Features
   • Yearly Chart: A line chart that illustrates your investment growth year by year, showing the balance at the end of each year.
   • Breakdown Table: A detailed table showing yearly data, including starting amounts, contributions, interest earned, and end balances.
   • Pie Chart: A visual representation of the proportion of your starting amount, total contributions, and total interest earned.
7. Adjusting Inputs
   • Modify any input value (e.g., rate, duration, or contributions) and click “Calculate” again to see updated results.