What is this calculator?
Discount a series of equally spaced cash flows.
What can you use it for?
Use this tool to compare a financial scenario using the assumptions you control. Discount a series of equally spaced cash flows.
How to use it
- Enter cash flows, initial amount first.
- Enter discount rate per period (%).
- Select Calculate (or Generate for random tools).
- Read the answer and any additional results below the form. Check the units and the limits of the method.
Formula and method
The first flow is at time zero. Subsequent flows are equally spaced and discounted from their respective periods.
Worked example
Cash flows, initial amount first: -10000,3000,4000,5000, Discount rate per period (%): 10. The result is -210.36814425 (net present value).
Assumptions and limits
This is a mathematical estimate using the values you enter. Confirm real product terms, fees, tax rules and dates before acting on it.
Frequently asked questions
What inputs does the NPV Calculator need?
Use cash flows, initial amount first, discount rate per period (%). Read the answer and any additional results below the form. Check the units and the limits of the method.
What assumptions apply to the NPV Calculator?
This is a mathematical estimate using the values you enter. Confirm real product terms, fees, tax rules and dates before acting on it.