standard deviation
standard deviation A measure of the dispersion of statistical data. For a series of n values x1, x2, xn, it is given by the formula
where x is the average of the n values. The standard deviation of the returns from an investment can be used as a measure of the risk associated with that investment.
- batch-level activities
- batch processing
- batch production
- bath-tub curve
- baud
- BBA
- BCC
- BCG matrix
- BCM
- bear
- bear closing
- bearer
- bearer security
- bear hug
- bear note
- bear spread
- bed and breakfasting
- behavioural finance
- behavioural indicators
- behaviourally anchored rating scales
- behavioural observation scale
- behavioural segmentation
- behavioural theories of leadership
- Beige Book
- bellwether security