Risk of Investment in Cryptocurrencies

Abstract Subject and purpose of work: Cryptocurrencies are a phenomenon that has been strengthening its place in the world finance for over ten years which is becoming frequent investment tool. The aim this study to compare level risk measures investments cryptocurrency market with global capital markets 2011-2020. Materials methods: used quotations analysed instruments. was estimated using standard deviation semi-standard daily logarithmic rates return. Results: Investment cryptocurrencies more risky than shares largest international companies. decreases duration presence on market. Conclusions: Achieving extraordinary return generates an increased demand volatility cryptocurrencies’ quotations. investing much higher indexes exchanges.