What is the alpha coefficient?

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What is the alpha coefficient?

The alpha coefficient is a measure used in finance to assess the performance of an investment or portfolio relative to a benchmark index. It represents the excess return of the investment or portfolio after adjusting for the risk taken. A positive alpha indicates that the investment or portfolio has outperformed the benchmark, while a negative alpha suggests underperformance.