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Volatility

vol-uh-TIL-ih-tee

/ˌvɒləˈtɪlɪtiː/

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Volatility

Dictionary meaning

The degree of variation in a financial instrument's price over time.

Examples

  • Market volatility spiked during the crisis, with the index swinging 5% daily.

Pronunciation tips

Five syllables. Stress on third syllable.

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