Value at Risk (VaR) & Expected Shortfall
High DemandCalculate Value at Risk (VaR) and Conditional VaR (Expected Shortfall / CVaR) at 95% and 99% confidence levels. Stress test daily, monthly, and annual dollar loss exposure for institutional risk management.
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Date: November 7, 2026
Parametric VaR = Portfolio Value × (Z_α × σ × √t - μ × t); CVaR = Expected Loss beyond VaRKey Takeaway
There is only a 5% chance the portfolio loses more than $85,800 in any single month.
Strategic Advantages
Simple single-dollar risk metric Basel regulatory compliance standard
Risk & Limitations
Assumes normal return distributions, understating fat-tail black swan events
Pro Financial Strategy
Use CVaR (Conditional VaR) to see the average loss when the VaR threshold is breached.
Interactive Trajectory & Allocation
Value at Risk across Holding Period Time Horizons
1-Month Value at Risk vs Protected Capital
Schedule & Projection Ledger
| Holding Period Horizon | 95% Value at Risk (Max Loss) | 99% Value at Risk (Extreme) |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Horizon | $18,333 | $26,061 |
| 1-Month Horizon | $78,802 | $114,214 |
| 1-Year Horizon | $216,074 | $338,743 |
Smart Insights
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These estimates are for educational purposes. Consult a qualified financial advisor for personalized advice tailored to your specific situation.
About the Value at Risk (VaR) & Expected Shortfall
What This Calculator Does
Value at Risk is the mandatory Basel III risk metric used by global banks, hedge funds, and asset managers.
Why This Calculator Matters
Quantifies exactly how much money your portfolio could lose during a 1-in-20 (95%) or 1-in-100 (99%) market catastrophe.
How the Calculation Works
Enter portfolio value, annualized expected return %, annual volatility (standard deviation %), and time horizon (1-Day, 1-Month, 1-Year).
When to Use This Calculator
- -- Institutional portfolio risk reporting
- -- Hedge fund draw-down limit setting
- -- Regulatory capital requirement sizing
Benefits
- -- Computes 95% and 99% confidence VaR in dollars
- -- Expected Shortfall (CVaR) tail loss modeling
- -- Multi-horizon time scaling
Mathematical Formula
Parametric VaR = Portfolio Value × (Z_α × σ × √t - μ × t); CVaR = Expected Loss beyond VaRComputes the maximum expected financial loss over a given time horizon at a chosen statistical confidence level (e.g. 95% or 99%).
Variables Explained
| Variable | Symbol | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Value ($) | Port | Total asset value under management |
| Annual Volatility % | Vol% | Annualized standard deviation of returns |
| Expected Annual Return % | Ret% | Mean portfolio growth rate |
| Confidence Level % | Conf% | 95% (1.645σ) or 99% (2.326σ) |
Calculation Workflow
Enter calculation parameters: Portfolio Value ($), Annual Volatility %, Expected Annual Return %, Confidence Level %
Apply mathematical derivation: Parametric VaR = Portfolio Value × (Z_α × σ × √t - μ × t); CVaR = Expected Loss beyond VaR
Validate input boundary constraints and check against statutory tolerances
Compute principal and secondary outputs with standard rounding conventions
Generate dynamic visual projections and breakdown analysis
Step-by-Step Example
$1,000,000 portfolio with 18% annual volatility at 95% and 99% 1-Month confidence.
- 1-Month 95% VaR: $85,800
- 1-Month 99% VaR: $121,400
- Expected Shortfall (Tail Loss): $142,000
Interpreting Your Results
There is only a 5% chance the portfolio loses more than $85,800 in any single month.
Advantages
- -- Simple single-dollar risk metric
- -- Basel regulatory compliance standard
Limitations
- -- Assumes normal return distributions, understating fat-tail black swan events
Common Mistakes
- -- Relying solely on VaR without inspecting Expected Shortfall (CVaR) for extreme tail risk.
Helpful Tips
- -- Use CVaR (Conditional VaR) to see the average loss when the VaR threshold is breached.
Glossary
- Value at Risk (VaR)
- The maximum dollar loss expected over a specific period at a given confidence interval.
- Expected Shortfall (CVaR)
- The average loss in scenarios where the portfolio breaches the VaR threshold.
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Methodology
- Enter calculation parameters: Portfolio Value ($), Annual Volatility %, Expected Annual Return %, Confidence Level %
- Apply mathematical derivation: Parametric VaR = Portfolio Value × (Z_α × σ × √t - μ × t); CVaR = Expected Loss beyond VaR
- Validate input boundary constraints and check against statutory tolerances
- Compute principal and secondary outputs with standard rounding conventions
- Generate dynamic visual projections and breakdown analysis
Accuracy Process
- Formula modeled directly from official regulatory standards (SBP, FBR, IRS, or CFPB)
- Edge case verification tested across zero values, extreme thresholds, and boundary conditions
- Outputs cross-checked against institutional spreadsheets and standard financial mathematics
- Client-side JavaScript floating-point precision verified for rounding accuracy
Review Process
- Mathematical review by credentialed finance professionals
- Statutory tax slabs and benchmark indices audited periodically against regulatory circulars
- Open documentation of all variables, equations, and steps for complete user transparency
- User feedback continuously monitored for edge case adjustments
Frequently Asked Questions
Computes the maximum expected financial loss over a given time horizon at a chosen statistical confidence level (e.g. 95% or 99%). In mathematical terms, the calculation uses: Parametric VaR = Portfolio Value × (Z_α × σ × √t - μ × t); CVaR = Expected Loss beyond VaR.
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