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Risk methods
Risk-control references for sizing, drawdown, stress scenarios, and decision boundaries.
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riskdrawdownstress testing
Purpose
Keep analytical conclusions tied to downside behavior, not only average returns.
Requirements
- Loss threshold
- Sizing rule
- Stop condition
Notes
Risk work starts by defining unacceptable outcomes before optimizing expected outcomes.
Track drawdown, concentration, liquidity assumptions, and operational failure modes alongside headline performance.
Contributors
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