An Analyst Estimates the Index Model for a Stock Using

question 80

Multiple Choice

An analyst estimates the index model for a stock using regression analysis involving total returns. The estimated intercept in the regression equation is 6% and the β is 0.5. The risk-free rate of return is 12%. The true β of the stock is

• A) 0%.
• B) 3%.
• C) 6%.
• D) 9%.

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Definitions:

Forward Rate

An agreed-upon price for a financial transaction that will occur at a future date, used in the trading of currencies, commodities, and financial instruments.

Risk-Free Rate

A speculative return rate on a risk-free investment, often exemplified by government bond yields.

Future Exchange Rate

The future exchange rate is the agreed-upon rate at which two currencies will be exchanged on a specified future date, used in hedging and trading strategies.

Spot Exchange Rate

The present exchange rate for immediate swap of one currency to another.