The Less Correlated the Securities in a Portfolio

question 23

Multiple Choice

The less correlated the securities in a portfolio,

• A)the lower the portfolio risk.
• B)the higher the portfolio risk.
• C)the lower the unsystematic risk.
• D)the higher the diversifiable risk.

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Definitions:

Parties Involved

Refers to the individuals, groups, or organizations that have an interest in or are affected by the outcomes of a particular action or decision.

Cyclical Market

A cyclical market is a market characterized by price movements that are influenced by macroeconomic trends, often correlating with the phases of the business cycle.

Diversification

A strategy used to reduce risk by allocating investments among various financial instruments, industries, or other categories.

Merger Strategy

A corporate strategy involving the combination of two or more companies into a single entity, aiming to achieve synergy, expand market share, or improve efficiency.