Asset allocation requires data on the return characteristics (the beta) of different markets, including their expected volatility. The past volatility of each market can be used as a guide to future volatility, however, this does not allow for any material changes in market characteristics that may impact future volatility. The RES approach is to isolate the drivers of volatility, adjust the past empirical data of each as required and then simulate future volatility.

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