The phrase "exogenous event" refers to something that occurs externally and is beyond our control. It is an event that originates from outside a system or situation.
Sentences with «exogenous event»
Their projections are not even in principle forecasts because the modelers have no way of knowing what exogenous events such as major volcanic eruptions might occur. (sjsu.edu)
I have other short positions in my portfolio, so for long bond yields to continue to tank, it would probably take some sort of exogenous event or major market malaise, which would translate into gains elsewhere in the portfolio. (etfbase.com)