#MarketTurbulence Volatility is a measure of how much the price of a particular asset has risen or fallen over time. Generally, the more volatile an asset is, the riskier it is considered as an investment, and the greater the potential for greater returns or larger losses in shorter periods compared to less volatile assets.

As a newer asset class, cryptocurrencies are considered volatile, with the potential for significant upward and downward movements in shorter time frames. Stocks are regarded as having a wide range of volatility, from the relative stability of large-cap stocks (such as Apple or Berkshire Hathaway) to the often erratic "penny stocks." Bonds, on the other hand, are considered a lower volatility asset and typically experience less substantial upward and downward fluctuations that occur over longer time horizons.