In the bear market's wake, "risk management" has become the most over-used phrase in the financial lexicon. You can't read an investment brochure these days without several references to how risk is being monitored, managed or controlled.
Part of this trend is positive, because it caters to investors who are more cautious and risk-conscious. Also, financial advisors have developed more skill in applying risk metrics – such as Beta and standard deviation.
But the flipside of the trend bothers me. In some instances, I believe Beta and standard deviation are being misapplied or miscommunicated. In this article, I'll suggest two other risk-monitoring metrics that may help you serve your clients better in today's dynamic markets.
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