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What is liquidity risk in investing?

Last Updated: March 06, 2008

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Liquidity risk is the risk of not being able to quickly and conveniently convert an asset into cash. Investors with illiquid assets (e.g., collectibles, antiques, and real estate) and a need for immediate cash must often sell at a significant loss.

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