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Discount Rate

Rate used to discount future cash flows; reflects risk and time value

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Discount Rate

Rate used to discount future cash flows; reflects risk and time value

Definition

Discount rate converts future cash flows to present value, accounting for time value of money and risk. In DCF analysis, it's typically the WACC. Higher discount rates reduce present values, making future cash flows worth less today.

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#present value #time value of money #risk premium #dcf

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