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CFA Institute CFA-Level-II Exam - Topic 1 Question 64 Discussion

Sara Robinson and Marvin Gardner are considering an opportunity to start their own money management firm. Their conversation leads them to a discussion on establishing a portfolio management process and investment policy statements. Robinson makes the following statements:Statement 1;Our only real objective as portfolio managers is to maximize the returns to our clients.Statement 2:If we are managing only a fraction of a client's total wealth, it is the client's responsibility, not ours, to determine how their investments are allocated among asset classes.Statement 3: When developing a client's strategic asset allocation, portfolio managers have to consider capital market expectations. In response, Gardner makes the following statements:Statement 4: While return maximization is important for a given level of risk, we also need to consider the client's tolerance for risk.Statement 5: We'll let our clients worry about the tax implications of their investments; our time is better spent on finding undervalued assets.Statement 6: Since we expect our investor's objectives to be constantly changing, we will need to evaluate their investment policy statements on an annual basis at a minimum.Robinson wants to focus on younger clientele with the expectation that the new firm will be able to retain the clients for a long time and create long-term profitable relationships. While Gardner felt it was important to develop long-term relationships, he wants to go after older, high-net-worth clients.In addition to Statement 6, an appropriately developed investment policy statement is least likely to address which of the following elements?
B) Assurances of minimum returns so clients will be better able to ensure their financial goals are met over the long run.
A) Transportability so as to minimize any disruptions if new managers assume responsibility for the portfolio.
C) Barriers to short-term strategy shifts driven by panic or overconfidence stemming from portfolio performance or changes in market environments.

CFA Institute CFA-Level-II Exam - Topic 1 Question 64 Discussion

Actual exam question for CFA Institute's CFA-Level-II exam
Question #: 64
Topic #: 1
[All CFA-Level-II Questions]

Sara Robinson and Marvin Gardner are considering an opportunity to start their own money management firm. Their conversation leads them to a discussion on establishing a portfolio management process and investment policy statements. Robinson makes the following statements:

Statement 1;

Our only real objective as portfolio managers is to maximize the returns to our clients.

Statement 2:

If we are managing only a fraction of a client's total wealth, it is the client's responsibility, not ours, to determine how their investments are allocated among asset classes.

Statement 3: When developing a client's strategic asset allocation, portfolio managers have to consider capital market expectations. In response, Gardner makes the following statements:

Statement 4: While return maximization is important for a given level of risk, we also need to consider the client's tolerance for risk.

Statement 5: We'll let our clients worry about the tax implications of their investments; our time is better spent on finding undervalued assets.

Statement 6: Since we expect our investor's objectives to be constantly changing, we will need to evaluate their investment policy statements on an annual basis at a minimum.

Robinson wants to focus on younger clientele with the expectation that the new firm will be able to retain the clients for a long time and create long-term profitable relationships. While Gardner felt it was important to develop long-term relationships, he wants to go after older, high-net-worth clients.

In addition to Statement 6, an appropriately developed investment policy statement is least likely to address which of the following elements?

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Suggested Answer: B

Funded status equals fair value of plan assets minus PBO (395 - 635 = -240). (Study Session 6, LOS 22.c,f)


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Essie
8 months ago
I think they should focus on younger clients for growth.
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Jose
8 months ago
Transportability is crucial for smooth transitions!
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Timothy
8 months ago
Wait, are they really going to ignore tax implications?
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Alisha
9 months ago
I disagree, risk tolerance matters too!
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Antonette
9 months ago
Maximizing returns is key for portfolio managers!
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Flo
9 months ago
I vaguely remember that investment policy statements focus more on strategy than guarantees, so maybe option B is the right choice here.
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Crissy
9 months ago
I feel like transportability is important for a smooth transition, but I can't recall if it's a standard element in an investment policy statement.
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Tambra
9 months ago
I think we practiced a question about the role of risk tolerance in portfolio management, which makes me lean towards option B being less relevant.
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Loreen
9 months ago
I remember discussing the importance of aligning client objectives with the investment policy statement, but I'm not sure if assurances of minimum returns are typically included.
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Gennie
9 months ago
Okay, let me break this down step-by-step. The question is asking about how the ANI and DNIS are provided, so I need to focus on that.
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Jesusita
9 months ago
Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. I'm trying to think through the different options, but I'm a bit confused about how global firms could bring stability to international stock markets or forfeit national laws. I'll need to think this through more carefully.
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Ressie
9 months ago
Easy peasy! Changing the line spacing to 1.15 should be all I need to do for this task.
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Johnetta
1 year ago
Annual review of the investment policy? That's a no-brainer. Gotta stay on top of those changing objectives or you're gonna have some unhappy campers on your hands.
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Tyra
1 year ago
Robinson: We need to evaluate investment policy statements annually to keep up with changing objectives.
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Frankie
1 year ago
Gardner: Return maximization is important, but we also need to consider risk tolerance.
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Twana
1 year ago
Robinson: Our main goal is to maximize returns for our clients.
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Marget
1 year ago
Hmm, minimum returns? Seems like a bit of a cop-out to me. Clients want to know they're getting their money's worth, not some empty promises.
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Zona
1 year ago
Robinson: Hmm, minimum returns? Seems like a bit of a cop-out to me. Clients want to know they're getting their money's worth, not some empty promises.
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Patrick
1 year ago
Gardner: While return maximization is important for a given level of risk, we also need to consider the client's tolerance for risk.
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Lashawna
1 year ago
Robinson: Our only real objective as portfolio managers is to maximize the returns to our clients.
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Talia
1 year ago
Oof, this one's tricky. Letting clients worry about taxes? That's a bold move, Cotton. I'd say you gotta be on top of that to keep 'em happy.
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Maryann
1 year ago
Gardner: An appropriately developed investment policy statement is least likely to address assurances of minimum returns so clients will be better able to ensure their financial goals are met over the long run.
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Antione
1 year ago
Gardner: An appropriately developed investment policy statement is least likely to address assurances of minimum returns so clients will be better able to ensure their financial goals are met over the long run.
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Cary
1 year ago
Robinson: Since we expect our investor's objectives to be constantly changing, we will need to evaluate their investment policy statements on an annual basis at a minimum.
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Lai
1 year ago
Robinson: Since we expect our investor's objectives to be constantly changing, we will need to evaluate their investment policy statements on an annual basis at a minimum.
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Jeanice
1 year ago
Gardner: While return maximization is important for a given level of risk, we also need to consider the client's tolerance for risk.
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Tyra
1 year ago
Gardner: While return maximization is important for a given level of risk, we also need to consider the client's tolerance for risk.
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Edda
1 year ago
Robinson: Our only real objective as portfolio managers is to maximize the returns to our clients.
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Alethea
1 year ago
Robinson: Since we expect our investor's objectives to be constantly changing, we will need to evaluate their investment policy statements on an annual basis at a minimum.
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Mozelle
1 year ago
Gardner: While return maximization is important for a given level of risk, we also need to consider the client's tolerance for risk.
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Leatha
1 year ago
Robinson: Our only real objective as portfolio managers is to maximize the returns to our clients.
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Jess
1 year ago
Robinson: Our only real objective as portfolio managers is to maximize the returns to our clients.
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Jesusita
1 year ago
I think it should address barriers to short-term strategy shifts driven by panic or overconfidence.
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Mireya
1 year ago
Wow, what a loaded question! Maximizing returns is important, but not at the expense of the client's risk tolerance. Gotta find that sweet spot, you know?
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Ben
1 year ago
Gardner: We should focus on finding undervalued assets, let clients worry about tax implications.
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Michal
1 year ago
Robinson: Clients should determine how their investments are allocated among asset classes.
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Vivienne
1 year ago
Gardner: Absolutely, finding that balance is key for long-term success.
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Aliza
1 year ago
Gardner: True, but we also need to consider their risk tolerance.
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Virgie
1 year ago
Robinson: We need to consider the client's risk tolerance, not just maximizing returns.
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Viki
1 year ago
Robinson: Our main goal is to maximize returns for our clients.
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Hollis
1 year ago
True, we can't ignore risk tolerance. What do you think about the investment policy statement?
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Jesusita
1 year ago
I agree with that, but we also need to consider the client's risk tolerance.
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Hollis
1 year ago
I believe our main goal should be to maximize returns for our clients.
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