What is Beta?
Beta — A measure of a stock’s volatility relative to the market. A beta above 1 means it moves more than the market; below 1, less.
In simple terms
A beta of 1.5 implies ~1.5x the market’s swings.
Why Beta matters when you invest
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Beta — frequently asked questions
What is Beta?
A measure of a stock’s volatility relative to the market. A beta above 1 means it moves more than the market; below 1, less.
What does Beta mean in the stock market?
A measure of a stock’s volatility relative to the market. A beta above 1 means it moves more than the market; below 1, less. A beta of 1.5 implies ~1.5x the market’s swings.
Can you give an example of Beta?
A beta of 1.5 implies ~1.5x the market’s swings.
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