Art of Allocation 2e: Principles and Investment Strategies for Any Market

Asset allocation is among the most practical and effective methods for increasing returns while decreasing risk. At the same time, the ever-evolving nature of asset prices, investment goals, data, and techniques requires constant vigilance to ensure that your asset balance thrives in a wide range of markets. Designed to help you meet this end, this revised and updated edition of the highly acclaimed The Art of Asset Allocation, Second Edition, contains charts, illustrations, matrices, worksheets, and, above all, expert guidance from one of the highly respected investment strategists in finance today, David M. Darst.

Addressing the entire spectrum of investors, from individuals with modest portfolios to high-asset professionals, Darst provides the knowledge and tools needed to create a successful strategy, along with the tactics to help you meet your goal, regardless of the financial climate. In addition, it directly complements the study materials for the CFA Institute's rigorous three-part exam. Practical and comprehensive, The Art of Asset Allocation contains:

• Basic concepts, steps, and foundations of asset allocation
• Tools for developing a successful strategy and tactics
• Guidelines for rebalancing all types of assets
• Historical risk and return statistics for major asset classes
• Worksheets for profiling investor outlook and behavior
• Annotated guide to supplementary traditional and on-line sources

A well-thought-out, strategic asset allocation approach to investing is the key to augmenting your portfolio. Whatever your return objectives, risk tolerance, and personal circumstances, The Art of Asset Allocation is a prime resource for building and preserving wealth over the long term.

ISBN : 9780071592949, Author : Darst, Publisher : McGraw Hill - 2008, Dimensions : 23.1 x 16.3 x 3.8 cm, Paperback : 400 pages