Consider the following scenario analysis:
Rate of Return
Scenario Recession Normal Boom
Probability Stocks Bonds .2 -10% +14% .6 +15 +8
.2 +25 +3
Calculate the expected rate of return of stocks and bonds
Calculate the standard deviation of each investment
If you own 60% stocks and 40% bonds, what are your expected
returns?
If you own 60% stocks and 40% bonds, what is your standard
deviation?
Would you prefer to invest in the combined portfolio, stocks only,
or bonds...