Payback period

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What is payback period?

The time it takes for an investment, project, or purchase to 'pay for itself' through the cash inflows it generates. It's calculated by dividing the initial investment by the annual net cash inflow. Shorter payback periods are generally preferred because they reduce the risk associated with the investment.

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