Market Return

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Definition: Market Return


Market Return

Quick Summary of Market Return


The return on the overall theoretical market portfolio which includes all assets and having the portfolio weighted for value.




What is the dictionary definition of Market Return?

Dictionary Definition


The return on the market as a whole, called the market portfolio. Used in the CAPM.


Examples of Market Return in a sentence


On days with a high market return, I generally buy more stocks than normal as I become more encouraged to add to my portfolio.

My hedge fund manager always insists that we should measure his performance against the overall market return to see how well he is doing in comparison.

Despite a tough year for energy, because of the growth of healthcare, consumer, technology and beyond American investors have been very pleased with the market return across most sectors in 2015.

 


Related Phrases


Fed model
market risk premium
single-factor model
abnormal return
franchise factor
strong buy


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Market Return are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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