increased volatility

[ɪnˈkriːst vɑːˈlætɪləti]
noun phrase
volatilidade aumentada
1. A rise in the degree of variation or fluctuation, especially in prices, values, or market conditions; heightened unpredictability or instability
The stock market experienced increased volatility following the economic announcement.
O mercado de ações experimentou volatilidade aumentada após o anúncio econômico.
2. In finance and economics, a measurable increase in the rate at which asset prices change over a given period
Investors became cautious due to increased volatility in cryptocurrency markets.
Os investidores ficaram cautelosos devido à volatilidade aumentada nos mercados de criptomoedas.
3. General state of being unstable or prone to sudden changes
There was increased volatility in political sentiment during the election period.
Houve volatilidade aumentada no sentimento político durante o período eleitoral.
In both Brazilian and American financial contexts, 'increased volatility' is a critical term used by investors, analysts, and policymakers. In Brazil, it's commonly heard in financial news (Globo Business, BM&F Bovespa contexts) and among financial professionals. In the USA, it's ubiquitous in Wall Street discourse, CNBC reports, and investor communications. The term carries significant weight as it directly impacts investment decisions and risk management strategies in both cultures.
NYC Slang
the market's going crazy / things are getting crazy out there
Synonyms / Sinônimos
heightened fluctuationincreased instabilitygreater unpredictabilityamplified turbulenceenhanced variability
Antonyms / Antônimos
stabilityconsistencydecreased volatilitysteadinesspredictability

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
volatilidade aumentada
Standard term used in financial and economic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
volatilidade aumentada / volatilidade em alta
Common in financial districts and trading environments
São Paulo
volatilidade aumentada / aumento da volatilidade
Widely used in financial markets and business sectors
Portugal
volatilidade elevada / aumento da volatilidade
Portuguese variant using 'elevada' or 'aumento da' is also acceptable

Related Words

volatilitymarket fluctuationprice swingsriskuncertaintyturbulenceinstability

Related Idioms & Phrases

riding the wave of volatility
navigating choppy waters
market turbulence
rough seas ahead
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