fundamentals
risk
The possibility of losing money or not achieving expected financial returns on an investment.
Example
"Higher potential returns almost always come with higher risk."
💡 Memory Tip
RISK is the flip side of reward. No risk, no reward — but risk means you could lose.
Etymology
From Italian 'risco' or Portuguese 'risco' meaning 'danger' — the danger of loss.
Common Misspellings
rishriksriskkrrisk
Related Terms
See Also
reward