What is impermanent loss in yield farming and how does it affect cryptocurrency investors?

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• Nov 24, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Impermanent loss is a concept that is relevant to yield farming, a popular activity in the cryptocurrency space. When investors provide liquidity to a decentralized exchange or liquidity pool, they are exposed to the risk of impermanent loss. This loss occurs when the value of the assets they provided changes compared to the value of the assets if they were held outside the liquidity pool. The loss is called 'impermanent' because it can be mitigated if the investor decides to stay in the pool for a longer period of time. However, if the investor decides to withdraw their assets at a time when the value has decreased, they will experience a loss. This loss can affect cryptocurrency investors by reducing their overall returns and potentially making their investment less profitable than expected. It's important for investors to carefully consider the potential risks of impermanent loss before participating in yield farming activities.
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