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Fixed Deposit Calculator Malaysia

Calculate your fixed deposit interest returns, maturity value, and compound earnings.

Total Interest Earned

RM350.00

Principal AmountRM10,000.00
Maturity ValueRM10,350.00
Nominal Interest Rate3.5%
Effective Annual Yield (EAY)3.500%
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AI verdict

STEADY

Score 76/100

Steady FD setup. Check liquidity and renewal rate before locking in.

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76

out of 100

EAY

3.5%

Interest

RM350.00

Tenure

12 mo

Main reason

  • Steady FD setup. Check liquidity and renewal rate before locking in.

Good signals

  • Effective annual yield is competitive for a low-risk cash product.
  • Short tenure keeps cash relatively flexible.

How to improve the decision

  • Compare effective annual yield, not just advertised nominal rate.
  • Keep emergency cash separate before locking money into an FD.

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My fixed deposit plan

Principal RM10,000, rate 3.5%, tenure 12 months, interest RM350, maturity value RM10,350.

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Formula Breakdown

  1. At Maturity: Total Interest = Principal × Nominal Rate × (Months / 12)
  2. Compound Interest: Maturity Value = Principal × (1 + Nominal Rate / Compounding Periods per Year)^(Compounding Periods per Year × Years)
  3. Effective Annual Yield = (1 + Nominal Rate / Compounding Periods per Year)^(Compounding Periods per Year) - 1

Assumptions

  • Assumes a flat annual rate throughout the entire deposit tenure.
  • Calculations assume a standard year division (e.g. 12 months, or 365 days depending on compounding adjustments).
  • Tax-free interest: Under Malaysian tax law, interest income earned by individuals from fixed deposits is fully tax-exempt.
  • Deposits made with PIDM member banks are protected up to RM250,000.

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Information last reviewed: 2026-05-20 · Result type: official-rate implementation

Frequently Asked Questions

How does compounding frequency affect my Fixed Deposit interest?
Compounding frequency determines how often interest is calculated and added to your principal. A higher frequency (e.g. monthly vs annually) earns interest on interest faster, leading to a higher Effective Annual Yield (EAY) compared to a simple interest payout at maturity.
What is the difference between Nominal Rate and Effective Annual Yield?
The Nominal Rate is the stated annual interest rate (e.g. 3.5%). The Effective Annual Yield (EAY) is the actual return rate per year when compounding is included. For example, a 3.5% nominal rate compounded monthly results in a 3.56% Effective Annual Yield.
Are my fixed deposits protected if the bank goes bankrupt?
Yes, fixed deposits with PIDM member banks in Malaysia are protected by Perbadanan Insurans Deposit Malaysia (PIDM) up to RM250,000 per depositor per member bank.

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Understanding Fixed Deposit (FD) Interest in Malaysia

A Fixed Deposit (FD) is a low-risk investment tool offered by commercial banks in Malaysia. By locking in a principal sum for a designated tenure (e.g. 1 to 12 months), depositors secure a fixed, guaranteed interest rate that is significantly higher than regular savings account rates.

1. Compounding Frequencies

Fixed deposits can pay simple interest at maturity or compound interest periodically (monthly, quarterly, or semi-annually). More frequent compounding raises the Effective Annual Yield (EAY), generating a slightly higher net yield.

2. PIDM Insurance Protection

Deposits in Malaysia are federally protected by Perbadanan Insurans Deposit Malaysia (PIDM) up to RM250,000 per depositor per member bank, safeguarding your cash capital from banking failures.

3. Tax Exemption Status

Under current Malaysian tax regulations, interest income derived from fixed deposits by individual retail depositors is 100% tax-exempt, meaning you keep all your earned interest.