Slippery
Slippery is a financial term used to describe a situation in which the price of a security or asset is volatile and unpredictable. It is often used to describe the stock market, commodities, and other investments. Slippery markets are characterized by large price swings, often in a short period of time. This can make it difficult for investors to make informed decisions and can lead to losses.
History of the Term
The term “slippery” has been used to describe the stock market since the early 1900s. It was first used to describe the stock market crash of 1929, when the prices of stocks plummeted and investors lost large amounts of money. Since then, the term has been used to describe any situation in which the prices of securities or assets are volatile and unpredictable.
Comparisons
| Type of Market | Volatility |
|---|---|
| Stable | Low |
| Slippery | High |
Summary
Slippery is a financial term used to describe a situation in which the price of a security or asset is volatile and unpredictable. It is often used to describe the stock market, commodities, and other investments. Slippery markets are characterized by large price swings, often in a short period of time. For more information about this term, investors can visit websites such as Investopedia, The Balance, and Yahoo Finance.
See Also
- Volatility
- Bear Market
- Bull Market
- Risk
- Portfolio
- Asset Allocation
- Diversification
- Derivatives
- Hedging
- Margin Trading
