Mastering Intermarket Analysis | CFA Level I Portfolio Management Hey, welcome back, future finance wizards! We’re wrapping up our technical analysis series with a thrilling dive into intermarket analysis and how it’s applied in portfolio management. Grab your calculators and let’s jump in, shall we? What is Intermarket Analysis? Intermarket analysis is like the Sherlock Holmes of asset relationships. It’s …
Introduction to GIPS
Introduction to GIPS: Enhancing Investment Performance Presentation | CFA Level I Ethics Welcome back as we get introduced to the Global Investment Performance Standards, abbreviated as GIPS (read gips). In this article, we’ll learn: Why GIPS is Necessary While GIPS is a tool that you can use to help you and your firm comply with the standard, you are not …
Standard VII: Responsibilities as a CFA Institute Member or CFA Candidate
Responsibilities as a CFA Institute Member or Candidate | CFA Level I Ethics Final Standard: Conduct & References to the CFA Institute, Designation & Program Congratulations, we’ve reached the final standard in our journey! In this article, we’ll explore the responsibilities and conduct expected of you as a CFA Institute member or candidate, along with the proper ways to reference …
Standard VI: Conflicts of Interest
Unraveling Conflicts of Interest | CFA Level I Ethics Hang on tight as we dive into the second last standard, where we explore conflicts of interest in Standard 6. We’ll cover Standard 6A (Disclosure of Conflicts), Standard 6B (Priority of Transactions), and Standard 6C (Referral Fees). Let’s get started! 6A. Disclosure of Conflicts Under Standard 6A, you must make full …
Standard V: Investment Analysis, Recommendations, and Actions
Investment Analysis, Recommendations, and Actions | CFA Level I Ethics Welcome back! We’re about to dive into another important standard for CFA Level I Ethics – Investment Analysis, Recommendations, and Actions. We’ll explore the three sub-items: Diligence and Reasonable Basis, Communication With Clients and Prospective Clients, and Record Retention. So, let’s get cracking! 5A. Diligence and Reasonable Basis Managing a …
Standard IV: Duties to Employers
Welcome Back to CFA Level I Ethics: Duties to Employers | CFA Level I Ethics Welcome back, fellow CFA candidates! In this study session, we’ll tackle Standard 4, which focuses on duties to employers. We’ll dive into Standard 4A (loyalty to employer), 4B (additional compensation arrangements), and 4C (responsibilities of supervisors). Ready to get rolling? Let’s begin! 4A. Loyalty to …
Standard III: Duties to Clients (C,D,E)
Cracking Standard III: Duties to Clients | CFA Level I Ethics Welcome back! Today we’re tackling Standard III: Duties to Clients, focusing on sections 3C (Suitability), 3D (Performance Presentation), and 3E (Preservation of Confidentiality). Grab a coffee, and let’s dive in! 3C. Suitability Standard III(C) comes in two flavours: one for those in an advisory relationship with clients and another …
Standard III: Duties to Clients (A,B)
Mastering CFA Level I Ethics: Standard III – Duties to Clients (A,B) | CFA Level I Ethics Welcome back, future finance experts! Today, we’ll dive into one of the most critical standards – duties to clients. Buckle up, because there’s a ton of testable material here, and we’re going to have some fun. 3A. Loyalty, Prudence, and Care Standard 3A …
Standard II: Integrity of Capital Markets
Mastering Standard II: Integrity of Capital Markets | CFA Level I Ethics Welcome back, future financial wizards! Today, we’ll tackle Standard II, which revolves around the integrity of capital markets. There are two key components to this standard: material nonpublic information and market manipulation. So, without further ado, let’s dive in! 2A. Material Nonpublic Information Standard II focuses on preventing …
Standard I: Professionalism
An Introduction to Standard I: Professionalism | CFA Level I Ethics Welcome back! Let’s dive into Standard I: Professionalism, which consists of four sub-sections: 1A. Knowledge of the Law Members and Candidates must: To adhere to this standard, you should: Application (Dissociating from a Violation):Chris Thompson works for an investment advisory firm that focuses on sustainable investments. Chris discovers that …
