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Best Linear Unbiased Estimator (BLUE): The Gauss-Markov Theorem Explained
Risk & Quantitative Finance

Best Linear Unbiased Estimator (BLUE): The Gauss-Markov Theorem Explained

If the variables are normally distributed, OLS is the best linear unbiased estimator under certain assumptions.

Owais Siddiqui
03 Oct 2022
1 min read
Risk Mapping
Accounting & Finance Concepts

Risk Mapping

Risk mapping visualise specific risks a company faces. It assists companies in identifying and prioritising their business risks.

Owais Siddiqui
03 Oct 2022
6 min read
Understanding the Total Sum of Squares in Finance
Risk & Quantitative Finance

Understanding the Total Sum of Squares in Finance

The coefficient of determination measures how well a regression line explains the relationship between a dependent variables.

Learnsignal
02 Oct 2022
4 min read

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Delving into the Capital Market Line in Finance
Accounting & Finance Concepts

Delving into the Capital Market Line in Finance

Capital Market Line was developed in the 1960s. It is a graphical representation of all portfolios that combine risk & return.

Owais Siddiqui
02 Oct 2022
4 min read
3 Tips to Ace the ACCA Strategic Business Leader Exam
ACCA
Study & Exam Technique

3 Tips to Ace the ACCA Strategic Business Leader Exam

Strategic Business Leader is very different from anything you’ve sat before, so exam technique is vital. Master these areas to pass first time!

Alan Lynch
01 Oct 2022
3 min read
What is Normal Distribution in Financial Markets
Risk & Quantitative Finance

What is Normal Distribution in Financial Markets

The normal distribution is a continuous probability distribution that is symmetrical around its mean. In risk management, it is most widely employed.

Owais Siddiqui
01 Oct 2022
4 min read

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What is Correlation?
Accounting & Finance Concepts

What is Correlation?

Correlation measures the strength of the linear relationship between two variables and is always between -1 & 1

Owais Siddiqui
01 Oct 2022
2 min read
What does Volatility Mean?
Risk & Quantitative Finance

What does Volatility Mean?

Volatility is a statistical measure of a security’s or market index’s return dispersion. The more the volatility, the riskier the security

Owais Siddiqui
01 Oct 2022
2 min read
Treynor Ratio
Accounting & Finance Concepts

Treynor Ratio

The Treynor Ratio is a performance indicator that shows how much excess return a portfolio created for each unit of risk it took on.

Owais Siddiqui
01 Oct 2022
2 min read
Mortgage Backed Securities & its Importance
Risk & Quantitative Finance

Mortgage Backed Securities & its Importance

Mortgage-backed securities, called MBS, are bonds secured by home and other real estate loans. MBS is a product of Asset-Backed Securities.

Owais Siddiqui
01 Oct 2022
5 min read
Counterparty Risk: Definition, Types and How Finance Professionals Manage It
Accounting & Finance Concepts

Counterparty Risk: Definition, Types and How Finance Professionals Manage It

Counterpart risk is defined as the risk that a counterparty is unable or unwilling to live up to its contractual obligations

Owais Siddiqui
01 Oct 2022
1 min read
Why Choose an Online ACCA Revision Course?
ACCA
Qualification Guides

Why Choose an Online ACCA Revision Course?

Save money, save time, and increase your chances of passing the ACCA with an online ACCA revision course. Read on to find out more.

Conor Motyer
01 Oct 2022
5 min read
How to Pass ACCA Strategic Business Leader
ACCA
Study & Exam Technique

How to Pass ACCA Strategic Business Leader

If you’re wondering how to pass ACCA Strategic Business Leader this comprehensive guide will tell you everything you need to know to pass the first time.

Conor Motyer
01 Oct 2022
37 min read

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