Friday 8 May 2015

Miller Orr Return Point Formula

Miller Orr Return Point Formula

Miller orr return point is calculated by the following formula. It is a point which is to be regained when cash hit a lower or upper limit. A control action should be taken in a way that it will restore the position to return point.
Return point = Minimum level + 1/3 (Spread)

Miller orr return point Formula Example

Minimum cash level is
$ 28,000
Cash fluctuation spread
$ 10,000

Calculate the return point?

Solution

Return point = Minimum level + (1/3 x Spread)
= 28,000 + 1/3 (10,000)
= $ 28,000 + 3333

= $ 31,333