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IRR Calculator
Find the internal rate of return.
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Internal rate of return (IRR)
11.53%
Total cash returned
$72,000.00
About the IRR Calculator
The internal rate of return (IRR) is the discount rate at which an investment breaks even (net present value = 0). Enter the initial investment, the annual cash flow, and the number of years and the calculator solves for the IRR. It's a core metric for comparing projects and investments on an equal footing.
How to use the IRR Calculator
- 1Enter your initial investment, annual cash flow, and years.
- 2Read the result instantly — it recalculates as you type.
- 3Adjust the numbers to model different scenarios.
Frequently asked questions
What is IRR?
The discount rate that makes an investment's net present value zero. A higher IRR means a more attractive investment, all else equal.
How is IRR different from ROI?
ROI is a simple total return; IRR accounts for the timing of cash flows and the time value of money, so it's more rigorous.