modern portfolio theory
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of modern portfolio theory
Introduced in 1952 by U.S. economist Harry M. Markowitz ( def. )
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That was the birth of modern portfolio theory, now a common strategy in any financial planner’s toolbox.
From Salon ● Apr. 26, 2025
Furthermore, using the principles of modern portfolio theory, Morgan Stanley has calculated that an emerging market allocation of 27 percent in a global stock portfolio produces the best balance between risk and return.
From New York Times ● Dec. 17, 2021
These platforms use algorithms and modern portfolio theory to create portfolios based on investors goals.
From US News ● Sep. 16, 2016
His Anchorage-based McKinley Capital Management oversees more than $7 billion in assets and uses the classic idea of modern portfolio theory to estimate future risk and returns.
From Forbes ● Apr. 29, 2015
Plus, he adds, it doesn’t help an investor adhere to modern portfolio theory, which focuses on diversification and balancing expected risk with return.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 21, 2014
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