When it comes to calculating interest rates for investments and bonds, the Yield and IRR formulas in Excel can quickly become your friends. Whether you're considering buying a bond or investing in a ...

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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Calculating the internal rate of return, or IRR, of an investment is a powerful tool for businesses. When a manager is faced with a capital intensive decision, IRR can quickly compare the financial ...