The Current Risk-Free Rate of Return in the Economy Is

question 14

Essay

The current risk-free rate of return in the economy is 6%.In addition,the market rate of return is currently 8.5%.
A.Given this information,what would be the expected return on common stock for a company with a systemic risk level (Beta) of 1.3? Show your calculations.
B.Describe systemic risk.

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Ounce

A unit of weight in the avoirdupois system, equal to 1/16 of a pound or approximately 28.35 grams.

Coffee

A brewed drink prepared from roasted coffee beans, the seeds of berries from certain Coffea species.

Profit

The financial gain realized when the revenue from business activities exceeds the expenses, costs, and taxes associated with sustaining the activity.

Gram

A unit of weight that is one thousandth part of a kilogram, measured in the metric system.