Discount Factor Formula

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Discount Factor refers to a variable used in discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis to adjust future cash flows to their present value. Check FAQs
DF=11(1+DR)n
DF - Discount Factor?DR - Discount Rate?n - Number of Periods?

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0.7972Edit=11(1+0.12Edit)2Edit
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Discount Factor Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Discount Factor?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
DF=11(1+DR)n
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
DF=11(1+0.12)2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
DF=11(1+0.12)2
Next Step Evaluate
DF=0.79719387755102
LAST Step Rounding Answer
DF=0.7972

Discount Factor Formula Elements

Variables
Discount Factor
Discount Factor refers to a variable used in discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis to adjust future cash flows to their present value.
Symbol: DF
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Discount Rate
Discount Rate is the interest rate charged to commercial banks and other depository institutions for loans received from the Federal Reserve Bank’s discount window.
Symbol: DR
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Number of Periods
Number of Periods is the periods on an annuity using the present value, periodic payment, and periodic rate.
Symbol: n
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

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How to Evaluate Discount Factor?

Discount Factor evaluator uses Discount Factor = 1/(1*(1+Discount Rate)^Number of Periods) to evaluate the Discount Factor, The Discount Factor formula is defined as a factor which represents the present value of future cash flows, reflecting the time value of money and the risk associated with receiving cash flows in the future rather than today. Discount Factor is denoted by DF symbol.

How to evaluate Discount Factor using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Discount Factor, enter Discount Rate (DR) & Number of Periods (n) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Discount Factor

What is the formula to find Discount Factor?
The formula of Discount Factor is expressed as Discount Factor = 1/(1*(1+Discount Rate)^Number of Periods). Here is an example- 0.797194 = 1/(1*(1+0.12)^2).
How to calculate Discount Factor?
With Discount Rate (DR) & Number of Periods (n) we can find Discount Factor using the formula - Discount Factor = 1/(1*(1+Discount Rate)^Number of Periods).
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