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# Savings Goal Calculator

Choose whether to calculate the time required or the monthly contribution needed.

## Input data

- **Current savings** - type: number; default: 5000; min: 0; max: 1000000000; step: 100
- **Savings target** - type: number; default: 30000; min: 0.01; max: 10000000000; step: 100
- **Estimated annual return (%)** - type: number; default: 3; min: -99; max: 100; step: 0.01
- **Calculate** - type: choice; default: time; options: Time to reach the target, Required monthly contribution
- **Monthly contribution** - type: number; default: 500; min: 0; max: 10000000; step: 10
- **Target horizon (years)** - type: number; default: 4; min: 0.1; max: 100; step: 0.1
- **Currency** - type: choice; default: EUR; options: Euro (€), US dollar ($), Pound sterling (£), Canadian dollar (C$), Swiss franc (CHF)

## How it works

The projection compounds the current balance monthly and assumes each new contribution is added at the end of the month.

## Quick examples

- **€30k target with €500/month** - Current savings: 5000, Savings target: 30000, Estimated annual return (%): 3, Calculate: time, Monthly contribution: 500, Target horizon (years): 4, Currency: EUR
- **Save $50k in 5 years** - Current savings: 10000, Savings target: 50000, Estimated annual return (%): 4, Calculate: contribution, Monthly contribution: 500, Target horizon (years): 5, Currency: USD
- **Emergency fund with no return** - Current savings: 2000, Savings target: 12000, Estimated annual return (%): 0, Calculate: time, Monthly contribution: 400, Target horizon (years): 2, Currency: EUR

## Understanding your result

The result is a mathematical projection based on a constant return. Actual savings rates, investment returns, fees and taxes can change the date or required contribution.

Last verified: 29 September 2026 (2026-09-29)

## Frequently asked questions

### When are monthly contributions added?

The calculation assumes contributions are made at the end of each month.

### Can I use a 0% return for cash savings?

Yes. With a 0% return, progress comes only from the starting balance and monthly contributions.

### Why is the target date only an estimate?

Returns may vary, contribution dates may change and fees or taxes may reduce growth.

### What if my current savings already exceed the target?

The target is considered reached immediately and no additional monthly contribution is required.

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