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Stress Testing

Any of several techniques often based on Monte Carlo simulations, which examine the response of an asset or liability portfolio (or both) to a variety of types of financial distress. The purpose of the stress test is to evaluate how the organization whose portfolio is being tested would fare under a specific set of adverse market conditions. See also Cash Flow Sensitivity Analysis.

For a regulatory insight on stress testing, please click on "Key Risk Concepts: Market Risk"

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