Market Risk

Market risk is the risk of loss from broad changes in market prices, rates, spreads, volatility, or investor demand.

Why this matters to income investors

Broad price changes can reduce portfolio value even if current income continues.

How to use market risk in your research

Look at the specific exposure and the period measured. Ask whether the risk could reduce cash income, force a sale, or cause several holdings to weaken together; a single summary statistic cannot answer that alone.

This material is general education and information, not individualized investment, tax, or legal advice.