numpy / numpy/numpy-financial

XIRR for non-periodic cash flows?

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enhancement
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Python
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Description

Both Excel and LibreOffice provide XIRR to calculate the IRR for non-periodic cash flows. Do we have a plan to add this feature?

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The issue names no repository file, test, or entry point. Start by locating the existing IRR implementation and reviewing the linked Excel and LibreOffice XIRR specifications. Done requires an agreed scope and API for non-periodic cash flows, followed by implementation and coverage for the new feature.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
fintech-quant
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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