Definition ∞ Market risk refers to the possibility of financial losses due to overall market movements. This risk category originates from fluctuations in asset prices driven by macroeconomic factors, political events, or shifts in investor sentiment rather than issues specific to a single asset. It includes interest rate risk, currency risk, commodity risk, and equity price risk, all of which can influence digital asset valuations. Unlike specific risks, market risk cannot be mitigated through diversification within a single market.
Context ∞ Market risk remains a persistent concern for participants in the digital asset space, frequently highlighted in cryptocurrency news reports. Current discussions often focus on the correlation between traditional financial markets and crypto markets, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty. A critical debate concerns the efficacy of various hedging strategies against systemic market downturns in the highly interconnected global financial system. Future regulatory developments aiming to stabilize digital asset markets could introduce new forms of market risk or alter existing risk profiles.
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