EFFECT Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
EFFECT is an Excel Financial function. Returns the effective annual interest rate from a nominal rate.
EFFECT syntax
Arguments
nominal_rate: The nominal (stated) annual interest ratenpery: The number of compounding periods per year
When to use EFFECT
EFFECT is used in loan, investment, or valuation models where precise financial math is required.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the EFFECT function do in Excel?
Returns the effective annual interest rate from a nominal rate.
What is the syntax of EFFECT in Excel?
The syntax is =EFFECT(nominal_rate, npery). nominal_rate: The nominal (stated) annual interest rate; npery: The number of compounding periods per year.
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