What's The Big Fuss About Modern Portfolio Theory?

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Title: What's The Big Fuss About Modern Portfolio Theory?
Authors: BLUSTEIN, PAUL
Source: Forbes; 6/12/1978, Vol. 121 Issue 12, p41-51, 7p
Subject Terms: MODERN portfolio theory (Investments), INVESTMENTS, FINANCIAL services industry, STOCK exchanges
Company/Entity: WELLS Fargo & Co.
Abstract: The article discusses the use of the Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) in attracting investment money. Topics discussed include the use of MPT by financial services company Wells Fargo to achieve massive gains and good investment record, an overview of the beginnings and use of the MPT, and comments and arguments of MPT practitioners and MPT devotees. It discusses the use of the beta concept in evaluating market risk in the Wall Street stock market.
Database: Complementary Index
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ISSN:00156914
Published in:Forbes
Language:English