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Payback Period Analysis

Payback measures how long until cumulative cash flows recover the initial investment.

Reading time
4 min read
Difficulty
Beginner
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Use cases

Useful for liquidity-focused screening.

Ignores cash flows after payback and time value of money.

Key takeaways

  • Fast payback reduces liquidity risk
  • Follow with NPV for strategic decisions

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FAQ

Discounted payback?
Discounted payback applies a discount rate before summing — stricter than simple payback.