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Interest Rate Formula (360-Day Basis):
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The Interest Rate Calculator 360 Days calculates the annual interest rate based on a 360-day year, which is commonly used in commercial and financial calculations. It converts short-term interest into an annualized percentage rate.
The calculator uses the 360-day basis formula:
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Explanation: This formula annualizes the interest rate by assuming a 360-day year, which is standard practice in many financial institutions and commercial lending.
Details: Accurate interest rate calculation is crucial for financial planning, investment analysis, loan comparisons, and understanding the true cost of borrowing or return on investment.
Tips: Enter the interest amount in currency, principal amount in currency, and number of days. All values must be valid (interest ≥ 0, principal > 0, days > 0).
Q1: Why use 360 days instead of 365?
A: The 360-day year is a financial convention that simplifies interest calculations and is widely used in commercial lending, bonds, and other financial instruments.
Q2: How does this differ from actual/365 calculation?
A: The 360-day method will give slightly higher annual rates than actual/365 for the same period, as it assumes more days in the year for calculation purposes.
Q3: When is the 360-day basis typically used?
A: Commonly used for corporate bonds, commercial loans, and various financial derivatives where standardization is important.
Q4: Are there limitations to this calculation method?
A: This method provides an approximation and may not reflect the exact annual rate if calculated on a 365-day basis. It's important to know which method your financial institution uses.
Q5: Can this calculator handle compound interest?
A: No, this calculator is designed for simple interest calculations using the 360-day basis. For compound interest, a different formula would be required.