Finance
Payback Period Calculator
Calculate how long an investment takes to recover its initial cost.
Tool
Calculate how long an investment takes to recover its initial cost.
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About this Tool
Use this free payback period calculator to determine when cumulative returns recover the initial investment. Both equal and uneven cash flows can be evaluated.
Examples
- Invest 10000, receive 2500 yearly
- Invest 50000 with uneven annual cash flows
- Equipment cost 12000, savings 400 monthly
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Payback Period Calculator calculate?
It estimates the time required for cumulative cash flow to repay an investment.
What can affect the result?
Investment metrics depend on estimated cash flows, their timing and the selected rate. A calculated metric does not indicate that an investment is suitable.
Does this calculator provide financial advice?
No. It provides a mathematical estimate based on the values entered and is not financial, investment, lending, accounting or tax advice.