a)
To discuss: The Change in market returns on expected returns.
Introduction:
Beta is an indicator of the risk, which would measure the systematic risk of a risky investment by comparing the risky investment with the average risky asset in the market.
b)
To determine: The required return.
Introduction:
It establishes the connection between the projected return for assets and systematic risk on the stocks.
c)
To discuss: The investment decision.
Introduction:
In financial context, return is seen as percentage that represents the profit in an investment. Portfolio refers to a set of financial investments such as debentures, stocks, bonds and mutual funds owned by the investor.
d)
To discuss: The drop in market return and its effect on required
Introduction:
Capital asset pricing model:
It establishes the connection between the projected return for assets and systematic risk on the stocks.
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