What are some factors that could affect the hurdle rate?

Some factors that could affect the hurdle rate include the risk associated with the proposed investment, the initial cash outlay required for the project, and the expected cash flows from the investment. Other factors could include changes in working capital, tax adjustments, and non-cash expenses.

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Determine the initial cash outlay – this includes items such as equipment costs, shipping costs, installation costs, start-up costs, training for the people involved, etc. "Everything that goes into getting the project up and running has to be part of your initial cash outlays. If you're just buying a new machine, it's pretty easy to estimate all the costs. A project or initiative that is likely to take several months will be harder," Knight says. Forecast the cash flows from the investment – here, you need to estimate the net cash the investment will bring, allowing for variables like increased working capital, changes in taxes and adjustments for non-cash expenses. Putting the cash flows on a calendar will aid your estimation of returns year by year or even month by month. Determine the minimum return – the minimum rate of return is often called a "hurdle rate." Companies may have more than one hurdle rate depending on the risk involved in proposed investments. Knight says: "The fina...

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The ROIC (Return on Invested Capital) & Investment Valuation spreadsheet can aid in comparing the efficiency of capital use between companies by providing a quantitative measure of how well companies generate cash flow relative to the capital they have invested in their business. It allows for a direct comparison of the efficiency of capital use across different companies, regardless of their size or industry. This can be particularly useful for investors or analysts who are trying to determine which companies are able to use their capital most efficiently to generate returns.

The hurdle rate plays a crucial role in the investment valuation process as it is the minimum rate of return expected on an investment. It is used to determine the potential of the investment and whether it is worth pursuing. The hurdle rate is often used to compare with the projected rate of return of an investment. If the projected return is higher than the hurdle rate, the investment is considered worthwhile. However, if the projected return is lower than the hurdle rate, the investment may not be pursued. Companies may have different hurdle rates depending on the risk associated with the proposed investments.

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