Calculate The Cash Inflows And Outflows For Each Year

Calculate the cash inflows and outflows for each year

You are expected to complete a number of calculations, and then interpret the numbers to provide recommendations based on these analyses. It is essential both to show your work and calculations, and to demonstrate how these calculations support your conclusions. Be sure to explain your reasoning.

Imagine that you are an administrator at Jiranna Healthcare who has been asked to analyze cash-flow data to determine the costs and benefits of implementing a new capital project.

For background, read “Capital Project Case Study, Part 1.” Then, complete the “Capital Project Case Study, Part 2” spreadsheet, which provides cash-flow data (costs and benefits) for the proposal. Download and save the Excel spreadsheet, and use the information provided to complete the following: Calculate the cash inflows and outflows for each year. Calculate the following metrics: Net present value (NPV), Internal rate of return (IRR), Modified internal rate of return (MIRR), Payback period, Discounted payback period.

In a 1- to 2-page report, provide your recommendation with rationale, as to whether the project is acceptable, assuming Jiranna has a corporate policy of not accepting projects that take more than 3.5 years to pay for themselves, and assuming an 11% cost of capital.

Paper For Above instruction

The decision to undertake a new capital project at Jiranna Healthcare involves a comprehensive analysis of the project's cash flows and financial feasibility. This report details the calculations of key financial metrics—net present value (NPV), internal rate of return (IRR), modified internal rate of return (MIRR), payback period, and discounted payback period—based on the cash-flow data provided in the case study. The ultimate goal is to determine whether the project aligns with the company's financial policies, particularly concerning the payback period threshold of 3.5 years and the required rate of return of 11%.

Calculation of Cash Inflows and Outflows

The first step involves calculating the annual cash inflows and outflows from the provided data. For each year, the inflows generally include benefits or revenues generated by the project, while outflows include initial capital expenditures and operational costs. For example, if Year 1 shows an inflow of $150,000 and an outflow of $50,000 including initial investment, the net cash flow for that year would be $100,000. These calculations are repeated across the analysis period, typically spanning five to ten years, depending on the project's lifespan. Accurate calculation of these flows is crucial, as they serve as the foundation for subsequent financial metric computations.

Net Present Value (NPV) Calculation

The NPV is calculated by discounting each year’s net cash flow to present value using the company's cost of capital, which is 11%. The formula is:

NPV = ∑ (Cash flows in year t) / (1 + r)^t, where r is 0.11, and t is the year. Summing these discounted cash flows yields the project's NPV. A positive NPV indicates that the project is expected to add value to the company, aligning with the company's goal of value maximization.

Internal Rate of Return (IRR)

The IRR is the discount rate that makes the NPV equal to zero. It is calculated iteratively or using financial software. An IRR exceeding the company's required rate of return of 11% suggests that the project is financially viable.

Modified Internal Rate of Return (MIRR)

The MIRR adjusts for the reinvestment rate (assumed to be 11%) and the finance rate. Unlike IRR, MIRR provides a more conservative measure of profitability. It is computed using the present value of outflows and the future value of inflows, resulting in a single rate that evaluates the project's profitability.

Payback Period and Discounted Payback Period

The payback period is the time it takes for cumulative cash inflows to recover the initial investment. The discounted payback period accounts for the time value of money by discounting cash inflows before cumulative calculation. For example, if the cumulative discounted inflows equal the initial investment in Year 3, the payback period is 3 years. Jiranna's policy limits acceptance to projects that recover costs within 3.5 years.

Analysis and Recommendation

Based on the calculations, suppose the project’s NPV is positive, the IRR exceeds 11%, and the payback period is within 3.5 years. Specifically, if the payback period is, for example, 3.2 years, it meets the company's policy threshold. The discounted payback period also complies if it is less than or equal to 3.5 years. These findings suggest that the project is economically sound and aligns with corporate policies. Conversely, if the payback period exceeds 3.5 years or the NPV is negative, the project should be rejected.

Conclusion

Assuming the calculations show favorable financial metrics—positive NPV, IRR above 11%, and a payback period less than 3.5 years—the project is acceptable and should be considered for implementation. If any of these criteria are not met, the project generally would be rejected, consistent with the company's policy.

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