Enterprise risk & controls · Core

Market risk

Also called: price risk

ELI5

Risk of loss from changes in prices, rates, currencies or other market factors.

Used in conversation

“The control is not complete until we can evidence how market risk is monitored.”

Pitch context

You will see “Market risk” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches enterprise risk & controls.

Why it matters: In enterprise risk & controls, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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