Essays about: "Markowitz theory"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 39 essays containing the words Markowitz theory.
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1. Stochastic Portfolio Optimization
University essay from KTH/Skolan för teknikvetenskap (SCI)Abstract : The main purpose for an aggressive investor is to maximize the return in theinvestments. But in order to do so the risk should be taken into consideration.In this thesis, we utilize Markowitz portfolio theory, one of the standard modelsfor maximizing return while considering risk. READ MORE
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2. Portfolio Optimization Problems with Transaction Costs
University essay from KTH/Skolan för teknikvetenskap (SCI)Abstract : Portfolio theory is a cornerstone of modern finance, and it is based on the idea that an investor can reduce risk by diversifying their investments across various assets. In practice, Harry Markowitz mean-variance optimization theory is expanded upon by taking into account variable and fixed transaction cost, making the model slightly more reliable. READ MORE
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3. Dynamic Covariance Modelling Using Generalised Wishart Processes
University essay from Lunds universitet/Matematisk statistikAbstract : Modern portfolio theory was pioneered by Markowitz who formulated the mean-variance problem, without which any discussion on quantitative approaches to portfolio selection would be incomplete. The framework boils down to finding the expected return $\mu$ and covariance $\Sigma$, after which the solution is proportional to $\Sigma^{-1}\mu$. READ MORE
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4. How to Get Rich by Fund of Funds Investment - An Optimization Method for Decision Making
University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för utbildning, kultur och kommunikationAbstract : Optimal portfolios have historically been computed using standard deviation as a risk measure.However, extreme market events have become the rule rather than the exception. To capturetail risk, investors have started to look for alternative risk measures such as Value-at-Risk andConditional Value-at-Risk. READ MORE
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5. Cryptocurrencies and Market Indices: A Markowitz Portfolio Optimization Problem
University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionenAbstract : This thesis will explore the role of cryptocurrencies in a market index portfolio. The portfolios of a mix of Bitcoin, Ether and the market indices S&P 500, OMXS30 and VTI will be examined and optimized to maximize the Sharpe ratio. READ MORE