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How to calculate Cash-on-cash return

The Cash-on-cash return formula, with plain worked examples you can check yourself.

Cash-on-cash return = CF ÷ I × 100

The result is a percentage (%).

Worked examples

CF = 2400 · I = 40000Cash-on-cash return = 6%
CF = 1200 · I = 20000Cash-on-cash return = 6%
CF = 2000 · I = 40000Cash-on-cash return = 5%

How to use it

  1. Write down the values for each letter in the formula.
  2. Do the brackets first, then divide or multiply.
  3. Multiply by 100 to show the answer as a percentage.
  4. Compare the answer with last period or with a competitor to see if it is good or bad.

This formula belongs to Investing & Returns.

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DividendBondHedgingArbitrageLeverageAsset allocation

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