Efficient Frontier

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Definition of 'Efficient Frontier'

A line created from the risk-reward graph, comprised of optimal portfolios.




Efficient Frontier
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Investopedia explains 'Efficient Frontier'

The optimal portfolios plotted along the curve have the highest expected return possible for the given amount of risk.

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