Briefly Explain How "Beta" of a Stock Is Estimated

question 14

Essay

Briefly explain how "beta" of a stock is estimated.

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Definitions:

Benchmark Portfolio

A standard or reference by which the performance of a portfolio can be measured or judged.

Passive Strategy

An investment strategy involving minimal buying and selling actions, typically focused on long-term investment in index funds or Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs).

Steps

A sequence of actions or procedures taken in order to achieve a particular end.

Jensen Portfolio Evaluation Measure

The Jensen Portfolio Evaluation Measure is a performance metric that assesses the return of an investment portfolio while adjusting for risk, comparing it to the expected return of the market with a given risk level.