What Is Beta? (SIE and Series 7 Exam)
Beta measures how sensitive a stock or portfolio is to movements in the overall market. It is a key measure of market risk (systematic risk) and one of the most tested concepts on the SIE and Series 7 exams. A beta of 1 moves with the market. Above 1 means more volatile. Below 1 means less volatile.
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