Compute net present value from period cash flows and a discount rate; NPV > 0 indicates an acceptable project.
按贴现率折算各期现金流的净现值。
| Item | Formula / Note | Source / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Net Present Value | NPV = sum(CF_t/(1+r)^t) - C0 | Brealey, Myers & Allen, Principles of Corporate Finance |
| Discount rate r | Cost of capital / required return | Standard corporate finance |
| Decision rule | Accept if NPV > 0 | Capital budgeting |