Investing 101

By Lita Epstein

Lesson 3: New Investment Technology

In this lesson you'll explore the academic approach to investing. As the textbook author warns, this section may put you to sleep, but it's worth making the effort to stay awake.

Lesson Objectives

  • Understand Modern Portfolio Theory
  • Learn about Capital Asset Pricing Model
  • Explore connection between new technology theory and Beta
  • Discover methods for reducing risk through diversification

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Lessons

Introduction
Lesson 1: Stocks and Their Value
Lesson 2: Introduction to Technical and Fundamental Analysis
Lesson 3: New Investment Technology
• Lesson Objectives
• Modern Portfolio Theory
• Capital Asset Pricing Model
• Beyond Beta
• Lesson 3 Exercise
• Answers to Exercise 3
• Lesson 3 Optional Reading Assignment
• Lesson 3 Field Trip
Lesson 4: Practical Guide for Investors