impermanent loss

Definition

The shortfall a liquidity provider ends up with when the prices of pooled assets diverge, compared with simply holding them. It is called impermanent because it shrinks if prices return to their original ratio, and it is realized on withdrawal.

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无常损失
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无常损失
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无常损失
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