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Simple interest is more favorable for borrowers due to its non-compounding nature. Compound interest benefits investors by allowing earnings to also generate returns. Invest in avenues like stocks ...

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Compound interest is a favorable method of compensating lenders and depositors wherein interest is periodically credited to the principal, and subsequent interest is paid on the increasing balance.