Question: 14. Suppose that we have identified three important systematic risk factors given by exports, inflation, and industrial production. In the beginning of the year, growth

 14. Suppose that we have identified three important systematic risk factors

14. Suppose that we have identified three important systematic risk factors given by exports, inflation, and industrial production. In the beginning of the year, growth in these three factors is estimated at -1%, 2.5%, and 3.5% respectively. However, actual growth in these factors turns out to be 1%, -2%, and 2%. The factor betas are given by Bex = 1.8, Bi= 0.7, and Bip = 1.0. i. If the expected return on the stock is 6%, and no unexpected news concerning the stock surfaces, calculate the stock's total return. (4.5 marks) Calculate the stock's total return if the company announces that an important patent filing has been granted sooner than expected and will eam the company 5% more in return. (1.5 marks)

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