Discussion of the general economic conditions

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Assignment - This individual assignment involves an analysis of general economic conditions or systematic risk, i.e., the risk that affects all industries and companies, in the U.S. macroeconomy. You will be asked to determine in percentage terms an optimal allocation of $1,000,000 among the following three asset classes: U.S. equities, U.S. Treasury bonds, and cash. The goal is to maximize your expected return over the next 12 months. You will be asked to write a 1- to 2-page business brief providing your analysis of the asset classes' prospects and your justification of your allocation among them

1. Conduct any necessary research so that you can make a proper analysis.

2. Write a 1- to 2-page business brief that includes the following sections.

Opening: Discussion of the general economic conditions in the U.S. macroecomony.

Analysis: Discussion on analysis of the economic conditions and risk.

Recommendation: What is your recommendation and justification for, in percentage terms, of an optimal allocation of $1,000,000 among the three asset classes.

The allocation to be 50% equity, 30% US bonds and 20% cash or cash equivalent

Justificatioin to be included to why these securities were selected for investment.

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