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Common Factor

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An element of return thatinfluences many assets. Accordingto multiple factor riskmodels, the factors determine correlations betweenasset returns. Common factors include size (often measured by marketcapitalization), valuation measures such as price to bookvalue ratio and dividend yield, industries and risk indices.

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Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SARBOX, SOX, SOx) Of 2002

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