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Time Value of Money

Noun
US US /taɪm ˈvæljuː əv ˈmʌni/ GB UK /taɪm ˈvæljuː əv ˈmʌni/
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Definition

The concept that money available today is worth more than the same amount in the future.

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Example

Time Value of Money is a fundamental concept used in financial statements and business planning.

In Practice

Also known as: TVM, Money Has Time Value. Closely related to Present Value, Future Value.

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Case Study

Time Value of Money - key concept in Basic Finance.

Word Usage

Investment; Capital budgeting; Loan pricing

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Use Case

Applied in Basic Finance contexts: Investment; Capital budgeting

Also Known As

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Synonyms

TVMMoney Has Time Value

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