Questions that you have to answer before the class in which we will discuss this case

1. Estimate and compare the (i) average monthly and annualized returns, and (ii) variability (i.e., annualized standard deviation over the past five years [you need to estimate first the monthly variance and monthly standard deviation] of Reynolds and Hasbro with that of the S&P 500 Index. Which stock appears to be riskier?

2. Suppose Sharpe