Net Present Value Calculator
Calculate NPV from cash flows and a discount rate.
NPV
$2,261.43
Present value of cash flows
$12,261.43
Discounted cash-flow schedule
Shows each cash flow discounted back to present value.
| Period | Cash flow | Discount factor | Present value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3,000.00 | 0.925926 | $2,777.78 |
| 2 | $3,500.00 | 0.857339 | $3,000.69 |
| 3 | $4,000.00 | 0.793832 | $3,175.33 |
| 4 | $4,500.00 | 0.735030 | $3,307.63 |
NPV comparison
Present value of cash flows compared with the initial investment.
Present value of cash flows $12,261.43
Initial investment $10,000.00
NPV $2,261.43
Formula
NPV = sum(cash flow_t / (1+r)^t) - initial investment
Calculate NPV from cash flows and a discount rate.
How to Use
Calculate NPV from cash flows and a discount rate. Enter the Initial investment, Cash flows, and Discount rate values and review the NPV and Present value of cash flows outputs after you calculate.
- Open the calculator : Start with Net Present Value Calculator.
- Enter values : Fill in the required inputs and any optional settings.
- Review the result : Read the output and use the about page for more detail if needed.
Common Questions
What does the Net Present Value Calculator estimate?
It discounts future cash flows back to today and compares them with the initial investment.
What can change the result?
Cash-flow timing, the discount rate, taxes, and fees can change the result.