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Jasper Metals is considering installing a new molding machine which is expected to produce operating cash flows of $64,000 per year for 8 years. At the beginning of the project, inventory will decrease by $23,200, accounts receivables will increase by $24,600, and accounts payable will increase by $17,700. At the end of the project, net working capital will return to the level it was prior to undertaking the new project. The initial cost of the molding machine is $276,000. The equipment will be depreciated straight-line to a zero book value over the life of the project. The equipment will be salvaged at the end of the project creating an aftertax cash flow of $66,000. What is the net present value of this project given a required return of 10.9 percent?
Net Working Capital Investment = -$23,200 + $24,600 + $17,700 = $19,100 |
Net present Value of the Project is $94,128.12