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Describe the goal of a portfolio owner in terms of risk and return. How does he or she evaluate the risk characteristics of stocks being considered for addition to the portfolio?

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The goal of a portfolio owner is to maximize its return at a minimum possible risk. A portfolio owner invests in a pool of asset to diversify its risk associated with its investment in a single asset. As investment in a single ...

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