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What Is Annual Percentage Yield (APY)?

By Kristi WaterworthUpdated Sep 4, 2025 at 11:32 PM

Key Points

  • APY calculates yearly investment returns, factoring in compounding interest.
  • APY helps compare investments with different compounding frequencies clearly.
  • APY does not include fees; deduct these to find net returns.

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