Correlation analysis between asset classes can also be done effectively. By leveraging Excel’s capabilities, investors can make informed decisions, manage risk, and optimize returns.

Learn how to calculate the net present value (NPV) of your investment projects using Excel's XNPV function.

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The payback period is the amount of time needed to recover the initial outlay for an investment. Learn how to calculate it with Microsoft Excel.

A straight ranking result is easy using one of Microsoft Excel’s ranking functions. Calculating a conditional rank is even easier if you let an Excel PivotTable do all the work.