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Market Threat Types
Company / Operational
These risks stem from internal processes, personnel, supply chains, or unique business model aspects.
Operational risks summarize the risks and uncertainties a company faces in conducting its daily business
activities, procedures, and systems.
Industry / Economic
Industry and economic risks refer to broader trends or conditions that could negatively affect a
company’s operations and performance. These can be driven by cyclical industry trends, evolving
market dynamics, and shifts in customer preferences. Economic factors, such as inflation, interest
rates, GDP growth or contraction, and global economic volatility, can materially affect a company’s
profitability and strategic outlook.
General Risk
General risks are broad, non-specific risks that do not neatly fall under other categories. They usually
include unforeseen circumstances or unpredictable externalities. Additionally, general risks often involve
reputational damage, public perception issues, or unforeseen regulatory shifts at a macro level that can
disrupt the status quo and present substantial operational and financial challenges.
Litigation / Regulatory
This covers exposure to legal actions, regulatory investigations, or penalties that could materially affect
financial performance. These risks can emerge from contractual disagreements, intellectual property
challenges, product liability claims, or labor disputes. Regulatory risks encompass potential changes in
laws, industry standards, and government policies that require a company to modify its operations or
face financial or reputational penalties.
Financial
Financial risks are associated with a company’s financial operations, stability, and overall exposure to
market conditions. These include risks from interest rate fluctuations, foreign currency volatility, credit
risks (from counterparties or customers), liquidity issues, or disruptions in capital markets.
Technology
Technology risks involve the reliance on systems and digital infrastructure to support business
activities. This includes exposure to cyberattacks, data breaches, and system outages that can lead
to operational disruptions and reputational harm. As technology evolves rapidly, companies must also
contend with the obsolescence of existing systems, escalating costs of digital transformation, and
challenges in integrating new technologies with legacy infrastructure.