a)
To determine: The expected return and volatility of equally weighted portfolio.
Introduction:
Portfolio weight refers to the share of each financial investment in the portfolio. It refers to the portion of the total value of the portfolio that represents a particular asset in the portfolio.
Expected return refers to a return that the investors expect on a risky investment in the future.
b)
To discuss: Whether holding a new stock alone is attractive than holding the portfolio.
Introduction:
Stock is a type of security in a company that denotes ownership. The company can raise the capital by issuing stocks.
c)
To discuss: Whether the investor can improve the portfolio by adding a new stock to it.
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