The Markowitz model is primarily concerned with providing estimates of the beta for a portfolio.

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The Markowitz model, also known as Modern Portfolio Theory, is primarily concerned with portfolio optimization by maximizing returns for a given level of risk or minimizing risk for a given level of return, through diversification, rather than providing estimates of the beta for a portfolio. Beta estimation is more directly associated with the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM).

The Markowitz Model Is Primarily Concerned with Providing Estimates of the Beta