Quick Answer

RECEIVED Function

Calculates the amount received at maturity for a fully invested security.

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Syntax

RECEIVED
(settlement, maturity, investment, discount, [basis])

Parameters

ParameterDescriptionRequired
settlementDate the security is purchased.Required
maturityDate the security expires.Required
investmentAmount invested in the security.Required
discountDiscount rate of the security.Required
basisDay-count convention (0 = US 30/360, default).Optional

Basic Example

Maturity value of a discounted investment

=RECEIVED(DATE(2024,1,1), DATE(2024,12,31), 95000, 0.05)
Result$100,000.00

Investing $95,000 at a 5% discount rate for one year results in a $100,000 maturity value.

Advanced Examples

Example 1: With actual/360 basis

Money market

Use basis 2 for actual/360

=RECEIVED(DATE(2024,1,1), DATE(2024,12,31), 95000, 0.05, 2)
Result: Maturity value using actual/360
Basis 2 is common for money market instruments.

How RECEIVED Works

RECEIVED calculates the maturity value by dividing the investment amount by (1 - discount * days to maturity / days per year). It is used for fully invested discount instruments.

1
Enter settlement
Type the settlement
2
Enter maturity
Type the maturity
3
Enter investment
Type the investment
4
Enter discount
Type the discount
5
Calculate
Press Enter to get the result.

Important Notes & Limitations

  • Settlement must be before maturity.

  • Investment is the actual amount invested, not per $100.

  • Basis affects the day count and year length.

Common Errors & Fixes

#NUM! errorInvalid dates, investment, or discount.

Fix: Verify all inputs.

#VALUE! errorDates are not recognized.

Fix: Use DATE function or valid date serial numbers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between RECEIVED and INTRATE?
RECEIVED calculates the maturity value from the investment and discount rate. INTRATE calculates the interest rate from the investment and maturity value.
When is RECEIVED used?
It is used for Treasury bills and other fully invested discount instruments.