An Analyst Predicts Two Economic States Next Year

question 115

Essay

An analyst predicts two economic states next year.A boom economy has a 70% probability of occurring, while a recession has a 30% probability of occurrence.A portfolio contains two stocks L and U.Stock L has a 40% weighting in the portfolio, while stock U has a 60% weighting.Stock L is estimated to provide a 10% return in a boom economy and a 4% return in a recession.Stock U is estimated to provide a 5% return in a boom economy and a -8% return in a recession.Calculate the portfolio return.

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Identified Technologies

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Vertical Specialization

The process of dividing work and responsibilities within an organization or industry based on levels or stages of expertise, focusing on specific functions or processes.

Chain of Command

The formal line of authority, communication, and responsibility within an organization.

Span of Control

The number of subordinates or direct reports that a manager or leader has authority over, affecting management efficiency and organizational structure.