This paper deals with optimization of portfolios composed of securities (equities). The drawbacks of existing methodologies, based on a single factor utility function, are indicated. The two-factor utility function introduced takes into account the expected excess return and expected worst case return (both in monetary units). Assuming that utility is "risk averse" and "constant returns to scale", a theorem on existence of optimum strategy of investments is proven. The optimum strategy is derived in an explicit form. A numerical example is also given.
The new approach to the portfolio optimization, based on the concept of two-factor utility function, is proposed. The first factor describes the expected average profit, while the second - the worse case profit. Then, two rules enabling one to compose an optimum portfolio are formulated. The first rule determines the level of acceptance for all assets with given risk/return ratio. The second rule enables one to allocate the investment fund among all the accepted assets. The methodology proposed does not require to specify the individual utility function in an explicit form. It can be used to optimize portfolios composed of equities as well as bond and other securities, using a passive or - active management strategy.
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