cost of capital

Definition 1

Opportunity cost of funds employed in a business; the rate of return investors could earn if an alternative investment avenue (usually time deposit) was chosen.

Definition 2

Cost of debt and equity capital acquired from different sources. See also composite cost of capital.


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