Net Present Value Calculator
Compute net present value of a future revenue stream at any discount rate. Foundation for capital allocation and project evaluation.
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Run calculation
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Sum of discounted cash flows—
Net present value—
Verdict—
NPV separates good investments from bad ones
A project that returns $100K over five years sounds great until you realize that future $100K is worth less than $80K today at a 10% discount rate. NPV forces the cost-of-capital question: what is this future return worth in today\u2019s dollars?
Frequently Asked Questions
What discount rate should I use?
Use your weighted average cost of capital (WACC) for corporate projects. For startup investing, 15-25% is typical to compensate for risk.
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