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    What is compound interest?

    Short answer

    Earning returns on your previous returns. €1,000 growing at 8% per year becomes €2,159 after 10 years — without you adding a cent.

    Why it matters

    It's the single most powerful force in long-term investing. Time matters more than timing.

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