Young, a CFA Institute member, is the research analyst responsible for following Night Prowler Security...

50.1K

Verified Solution

Question

Finance

Young, a CFA Institute member, is the research analyst responsible for following Night Prowler Security Systems, Inc. All the information he has accumulated and documented suggests the company's stock should be rated a weak "hold" because the demand for the firm's new products is poor. During a conversation with other analysts, he learns of takeover rumors regarding the company. Young immediately upgrades his recommendation to buy" based on this new information. Young:

Select one:

A.

violated the CFA Institute Standards of Professional Conduct by failing to distinguish between facts and opinions in his recommendation.

B.

violated the CFA Institute Standards of Professional Conduct because he did not seek approval of the change from his firm's compliance department.

C.

violated the CFA Institute Standards of Professional Conduct because he did not have a reasonable and adequate basis for his recommendation.

Answer & Explanation Solved by verified expert
Get Answers to Unlimited Questions

Join us to gain access to millions of questions and expert answers. Enjoy exclusive benefits tailored just for you!

Membership Benefits:
  • Unlimited Question Access with detailed Answers
  • Zin AI - 3 Million Words
  • 10 Dall-E 3 Images
  • 20 Plot Generations
  • Conversation with Dialogue Memory
  • No Ads, Ever!
  • Access to Our Best AI Platform: Flex AI - Your personal assistant for all your inquiries!
Become a Member

Other questions asked by students