specific risk

noun

Definitions

  1. A risk inherent in a small group of assets that can be mitigated by diversifying,…

    A risk inherent in a small group of assets that can be mitigated by diversifying, investing in a broad portfolio of assets.

    • Therefore, the value is actually exposed to changes in two different risk factors, i.e., systemic risk and specific risk.
    • By investing in individual companies, you're exposing yourself to specific risk, or unique business challenges faced by companies. Specific risk is very different than systematic risk, or risk faced by all stocks.

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