Asymmetric Distribution

Skew

Asymmetric distribution refers to a probability distribution where price movements exhibit skewness, meaning the data is not symmetrical around the mean. In financial markets, this indicates a higher probability of extreme outcomes in one direction compared to a standard normal distribution. For options trading, negative skew in the underlying asset’s returns implies a greater chance of large downward price moves than large upward moves. This characteristic is particularly prominent in cryptocurrency markets due to their high volatility and sensitivity to sudden shifts in sentiment.