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  • This topic has 3 replies, 2 voices, and was last updated 10 years ago by MikeLittle.
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  • June 7, 2015 at 1:24 pm #254775
    paul12345
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    Hello Mike

    I am just wondering when PV of cash flows should be calculated. On the Acca technical articles – Financial instruments Part 1 & 2, he discounts cash flows in some cases but not in others?

    Thanks

    June 7, 2015 at 3:43 pm #254817
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    We tend not to discount to present value the receivables and payables, through strictly they should be.

    I think it reasonable to assume that the examiner will give you sufficient indication whether you are expected to, or not.

    “The company’s cost of capital is 8%” is a good indicator and equally, when no cost of capital is mentioned, then you’re not expected to

    Sorry not to be more definitive

    June 7, 2015 at 6:03 pm #254865
    paul12345
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    Thanks Mike

    June 7, 2015 at 6:22 pm #254872
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    You’re welcome

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