Market risk
FRM Part 1 glossary · Foundations Of Risk Management
Definition
The possibility of loss from adverse changes in market prices or rates, including interest rates, equity prices, foreign exchange, commodities, and volatility.
Market risk in plain English
A position can have several market-risk drivers at once, so sensitivities and stress tests matter in addition to a single VaR number.
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