What do cumulative & non-cumulative interest payment options mean in Fixed Deposits?

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  • In a ‘Cumulative’  fixed deposit, the interest is payable at the time of maturity along with the principal. The interest is compounded annually in this option.
  • In a 'Non-cumulative’ fixed deposit, the interest is payable on a monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, or yearly basis. This option is convenient if you require periodic payouts.
     

 

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