### Color Palette for a Dark Theme Modern Excel Dashboard

#### Palette Description:
This color palette features a combination of deep, rich colors and vibrant accents that work harmoniously on a dark background. The colors are designed to enhance readability, highlight key data points, and provide a contemporary feel suitable for a modern Excel dashboard.

1. **Midnight Black**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #1D1F21
                        
   - **Description:** A deep black that serves as an excellent background color, providing a solid foundation for the dashboard.

2. **Charcoal Gray**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #2C2F33
                        
   - **Description:** A dark gray that adds subtle contrast against the black background, perfect for secondary sections or grid lines.

3. **Electric Blue**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #007BFF
                        
   - **Description:** A vibrant blue that stands out against the dark background, ideal for highlighting important data points and links.

4. **Crimson Red**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #D9534F
                        
   - **Description:** A bold red that draws attention to alerts or critical information, ensuring users notice important metrics.

5. **Lime Green**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #5CB85C
                        
   - **Description:** A bright green that symbolizes growth and success, perfect for positive indicators and trends.

6. **Soft White**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #F5F5F5
                        
   - **Description:** A soft off-white that provides excellent readability for text and data, ensuring clarity against the darker colors.

### Summary:
This color palette is tailored for a modern Excel dashboard with a dark theme, balancing usability and aesthetic appeal. The selected colors enhance data visualization while maintaining an elegant and contemporary look.