Calculate the variance of portfolio returns


Problem: Hayacinth Macaw invests 60% of her funds in stockI and the balance in stock J. The standard deviation of returns on I is 10%, and on J it is 20%. Calculate the variance of portfolio returns, assuming:

A. the correlation between the returns is 1.0

B. The correlation is .5

C. The correlatio is 0.

Solution Preview :

Prepared by a verified Expert
Finance Basics: Calculate the variance of portfolio returns
Reference No:- TGS02070715

Now Priced at $20 (50% Discount)

Recommended (93%)

Rated (4.5/5)