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Risk and Return

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Overview

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Explore the fundamental concepts of risk and return in financial markets through this comprehensive video lecture. Delve into the relationship between risk and return, examine various sources and classifications of risk, and learn how to calculate returns and beta. Gain insights into the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) and its role in determining expected returns based on risk levels. Master practical skills such as calculating beta using formulas and Excel, understanding expected returns, and computing the Weighted Average Cost of Capital. Distinguish between investing and gambling, explore motivations for investments, and develop a solid foundation in financial risk assessment and management.

Syllabus

Course Introduction .
Concept of Risk.
Risk Vs.Uncertainty .
Investing vs Gambling.
Motivations for investments.
Sources of risk.
Classification of risk.
Calculation of Beta using formula.
Calculation of Beta using excel.
Return.
Expected return.
Weighted Average Cost of Capital.

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