How to Calculate IRR (using trial and error)
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IRR is the rate of return that makes the net present value zero, calculated by discounting cash flows until reaching that point, then compared to the company's hurdle rate to make project decisions.
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- IRR is the rate of return that makes the net present value of a project zero, calculated by discounting cash flows at various rates until NPV equals zero.
- Comparing the calculated IRR with the company's hurdle rate helps determine if a project should be accepted based on meeting the required rate of return.
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What is IRR?
IRR is the rate of return resulting in NPV zero.
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