Risk
What is Black Swan?
A rare, unpredictable event that causes massive market disruption
Full Explanation
A black swan is an extreme, unexpected event nobody saw coming — like the 2008 financial crisis or COVID-19 crash. The name comes from the old assumption that black swans didn't exist.
Pro Tip
You can't predict black swans, but you can prepare: hold cash, diversify, don't use leverage.
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