Stock Market Glossary
Range of fluctuation in an asset, often measured as a standard deviation.
High volatility means strong price movements in both directions. It is often equated with risk, but it is also a source of profit for traders. Implied volatility (e.g. VIX) measures the expected future fluctuation from option prices.
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