Beta
InvestingA measure of a stock's volatility relative to the overall market — beta of 1 means it moves with the market.
Example
Example: Consider an investor building a $100,000 portfolio. Beta — a measure of a stock's volatility relative to the overall market — beta of 1 means — directly affects investment strategy and long-term returns. Getting this concept right can mean tens of thousands of dollars in difference over a 20-year period. Model your portfolio with our investment calculator.