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Downside Protection

Definition

Downside protection refers to strategies or financial instruments designed to limit potential losses on an investment. This concept involves employing mechanisms to mitigate the risk of adverse price movements in an asset or portfolio. Such mechanisms can include stop-loss orders, hedging strategies using derivatives, or investing in assets with inherently lower volatility. The objective is to safeguard capital during market downturns, preserving value while still allowing for participation in upward price movements.