Compounding Period

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Definition: Compounding Period


Compounding Period


Full Definition of Compounding Period


The amount of time that elapses between when interest was last compounded and the next time it is compounded. For example, quarterly compounding indicates that a quarter of a year will elapse before interest is compounded again.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Compounding Period are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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