risk aversion
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Brindle says this anxiety and risk aversion is actually quite common.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
Generali’s Deputy Chief Executive Giulio Terzariol said European insurers should be shielded from the private-credit storm given the continent’s structural risk aversion and strict capital buffers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 13, 2026
This has driven a shift away from risky investments as risk aversion has dominated sentiment, he adds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 2, 2026
“A decisive break below this trendline would not only point to continued staples leadership but may also signal a broader shift toward rising risk aversion among investors,” he said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026
There are many biological influences of psychological traits such as cognitive ability, conscientiousness, impulsivity, and risk aversion.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
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