Project selection different discount rates

Hi, I hope this is a relevant section to post in if not please move it.

When comparing multiple projects is there a rule or 'correct' way to choose if they have different discount rates or can you straight up just compare the present values of the cash flows.

cheers.

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You can't compare PVs of CFs based on different discount rates. Do this:

  • Check if the companies are in the same industry

  • If they are why are the discount rates different?

  • What is the risk profile of the 2 companies?

 

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