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−	'''~~Content coming soon~~'''	+	== What is Value at Risk ==
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		+	'''Value at risk (VaR)''' is a statistical measure used to quantify the risk of financial investments. It is used to estimate the maximum loss that a portfolio of investments is likely to experience over a given time period, with a given level of confidence.
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		+	To calculate VaR, analysts use statistical models to analyze the historical performance of financial instruments, such as stocks, bonds, and derivatives. These models help to identify the range of possible outcomes for the portfolio, including the worst-case scenario. The VaR is then calculated as the maximum loss that the portfolio is expected to experience within a given time period, with a given level of confidence.
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		+	For example, a portfolio with a VaR of $10 million with a 95% confidence level is expected to lose no more than $10 million over the specified time period 95% of the time.
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		+	VaR is an important tool for risk management, as it helps investors and financial institutions understand the potential risks of their portfolios and make informed decisions about how to manage those risks. It is also used by regulatory agencies to help ensure that financial institutions maintain sufficient capital to cover potential losses.
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		+	==See Also==
		+	*[[Risk Analysis]]
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		+	==References==
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