CAS Exam 9 Spring 2014, Question 3
Study guide: Exam 9
The values in the table below were empirically estimated.
| Security | Expected Return | Beta |
|---|---|---|
| Stock A | 6% | 0.5 |
| Stock B | 10% | 1.5 |
- The expected market return is 8%.
- The risk-free rate is 2%.
Part a (1.5 points)
On a single graph, draw and label:
- i. The Security Market Line (SML) implied by the expected market return.
- ii. The empirically estimated SML.
- iii. The risk-return point for both securities listed above.
Part b (0.5 points)
Explain whether Stock A or Stock B is a better buy according to the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM).
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