NPV function
Returns the net present value of an investment based on a series of periodic cash flows and a discount rate
Syntax
NPV(rate, value1, [value2])Square brackets indicate optional arguments.
Arguments
| Argument | Required | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| rate | Yes | The rate of discount over the length of one period.10% |
| value1 | Yes | 1 to 254 arguments representing the payments and income.A1:A4 |
| value2 | No · repeats | 1 to 254 arguments representing the payments and income.-9000 |
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Subtract an initial cost from discounted cash flows
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