Cryptocurrency Q&A How do I calculate alpha?

How do I calculate alpha?

Dario Dario Tue Oct 15 2024 | 7 answers 1700
I'm trying to figure out how to calculate alpha, but I'm not sure where to start. I've heard it's related to statistics and maybe finance, but I need a clear explanation on how to do it. How do I calculate alpha?

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Elena Elena Thu Oct 17 2024
Calculating alpha is a crucial aspect of assessing the performance of an investment portfolio. The formula for alpha is designed to measure the excess return of a portfolio over and above what would be expected given its level of risk.

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Dario Dario Wed Oct 16 2024
By subtracting the risk-free rate and adjusting for the portfolio's systematic risk relative to the market, the alpha calculation reveals the portfolio's ability to generate returns above and beyond what would be expected based solely on its risk profile.

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BusanBeautyBlooming BusanBeautyBlooming Wed Oct 16 2024
The formula for alpha is straightforward: Alpha = R - Rf - beta (Rm - Rf). Here, 'R' stands for the actual return of the portfolio over a specific period.

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BlockchainVisionary BlockchainVisionary Wed Oct 16 2024
'Rf' represents the risk-free rate of return, which is typically the interest rate on a short-term government bond. This rate serves as a benchmark for the minimum return investors expect without taking on any risk.

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henry_harrison_philosopher henry_harrison_philosopher Wed Oct 16 2024
A positive alpha indicates that the portfolio has outperformed its benchmark, taking into account its risk level. Conversely, a negative alpha suggests that the portfolio has underperformed its benchmark.

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