An evaluation of an businesses tolerance and exposure to various risks, guiding strategic decision-making.
Example: A conservative investor preferring low-risk, stable investments, while an aggressive investor embraces higher-risk opportunities for potential higher returns. A business that borrows more has a higher risk profile! Or, a business that is small and newly formed has a higher risk profile (potentially) than a larger more established business in a less volatile market!
risk profile
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