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High-Risk Investments

Definition

High-risk investments are financial assets that carry a significant possibility of substantial loss of principal. These investments are characterized by high volatility, speculative nature, and a lack of established regulatory oversight, offering the potential for considerable gains but also considerable losses. Digital assets, including many cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance DeFi products, frequently fall into this category due to their nascent market, technological complexities, and susceptibility to rapid price swings. Investors must possess a thorough understanding of the associated perils before allocating capital.