market-metrics

Volatility

Volatility measures how much an asset’s price fluctuates over time.

Explanation

Higher volatility means larger price swings, which can increase both risk and potential return. Your portfolio volatility should match your risk tolerance and time horizon.

Example

A stock moving +/-4% daily is generally more volatile than one moving +/-1%.

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