We consider an optimal investment model in which the goal is to maximize th
e long-term growth rate of expected utility of wealth. In the model, the me
an returns of the securities are explicitly affected by the underlying econ
omic factors. The utility function is HARA. The problem is reformulated as
an infinite time horizon risk-sensitive control problem. We study the dynam
ic programming equation associated with this central problem and derive som
e consequences of the investment problem.