The internal rate of return, or IRR, is the interest rate that provides a net present value, or NPV, of future cash flows equal to the initial investment amount. Flip that definition around, and the ...

Q. I have prepared projections for a proposed project, and I want to calculate the internal rate of return. Instead of using Excel’s IRR function, should I use simple math formulas so others can ...

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When reviewing cash flow data for your small business, knowing the standard deviation can help you determine if the numbers are out of whack. Calculating standard deviation manually can be ...