A Classic Example of a Negative Beta Investment Is the Stock

question 88

Multiple Choice

A classic example of a negative beta investment is the stock of a:

• A)steel mill because the industry is subject to intense international competition.
• B)gold mining company because it's profitability runs opposite to the state of the economy.
• C)financial services company because it's in the stock business itself.
• D)company in the defense industry because war is always a possibility.

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Definitions:

Focused Processes

Operations or activities that are streamlined and specialized to achieve higher efficiency and effectiveness in specific areas.

Increased Efficiency

The enhancement of productivity and reduction of waste within systems or processes.

Value-stream Map

A visual tool used in lean manufacturing to analyze and design the flow of materials and information required to bring a product to a customer.