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Payback Period Calculator

Simple payback period divides initial cost by annual net cash flow.

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How it works

Simple payback period divides initial cost by annual net cash flow.

Worked example

A $10,000 investment returning $2,500 each year pays back in four years.

Keep in mind

This simple measure ignores timing, discounting, and cash flows after payback.

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