Inflation Calculator
See what inflation really does to your money. Enter an amount in rupees, an inflation rate, and a number of years to compare today's prices with future prices - and watch how much purchasing power your cash keeps over time.
The inflation rate is your own assumption — Pakistan's inflation rate changes from year to year.
How to use
- Enter today's amount in Rs — for example the price of something today or your savings.
- Enter the inflation rate (%) and the number of years.
- See how much the same thing will cost in the future, and how much the real value of your cash will drop.
- That is why keeping savings only as cash loses value with inflation — it is important to put your money to work.
Tips
- Use a realistic inflation rate as a starting point, but check current figures before making big decisions.
- Try a low and a high rate to see a range of outcomes instead of relying on one guess.
- This shows nominal future prices, not investment returns - cash loses value while invested money may grow.
- For long periods, even small differences in the rate compound into huge gaps; that is why starting early matters.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does the inflation calculator show?
It shows how much todays prices will cost in future years and how much purchasing power your money will keep over time.
What inflation rate should I enter?
Enter the average yearly rate you expect, for example the recent CPI average. The calculator compounds that rate over the number of years you choose.
What inputs does the inflation calculator need?
Today's amount in rupees, the inflation rate per year, and the number of years.
Why does keeping cash lose value?
Inflation raises future prices, so the same rupees buy less over time - the tool shows how much real value your cash loses.