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Key Concepts

Compound Interest

Compound interest refers to the process in which the interest earned on an investment is reinvested so that, in subsequent periods, interest is earned on both the initial principal and the accumulated interest. This mechanism is used when discounting future cash flows to their present value, as each period's interest is applied to a growing sum.

Time Value of Money

The time value of money is the concept that money available today is worth more than the same amount in the future due to its ability to earn interest or returns over time. This principle underlies the process of discounting, which is essential for comparing cash flows occurring at different times.

Discount Rate

The discount rate is the interest rate used to determine the present value of future cash flows. It accounts for the risk and opportunity cost of capital, reflecting the rate of return that could be earned on an alternative investment of equivalent risk.

Present Value

Present value is the current worth of a future amount of money or stream of cash flows given a specific rate of return. It reflects the idea that a sum of money today is worth more than the same sum in the future due to its potential earning capacity.

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