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Hurdle rate

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Hurdle rate
The required return in capital budgeting. For example, if a project has an expected rate of return higher than the hurdle rate, the project may be accepted.


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USPharm's consistent practice has been to use a risk-adjusted hurdle rate to evaluate its potential R&D projects (including the development of T) and determine which will receive funding.
A hurdle rate refers to the return the company requires before it will invest in a product or operation.
Therefore, if your internal rate of return exceeds the hurdle rate, then your project is attractive, as it is expected to result in a positive net present value.
 
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