Expected Return & Standard Deviation.

QUESTION

The following information relates to Netherton’s investment performance, during various economic conditions.

Required:
a) Calculate the expected return of this investment. (8)

b)Estimate the overall risk (standard deviation) of this investment. (7)

Solution 

Economic conditions Probability Expected return Formula =Σ𝑬(𝑹𝑹) Σ𝑬(𝑹𝑹)
Boom 0.20 +40% (0.20×40)

8+

Normal 0.60 +15% (0.60×15)

9+

Recession 0.20 -10% [0.20x(-10)]

-2

Expected Return =

15

Investment Standard Deviation

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