The phrase "risky investment" refers to putting money into something that has a high chance of losing value or not generating a good return. It means taking a chance with your money, knowing that there is a possibility of losing it. Full definition
When the future is predictable, investors put their money in riskier investments with higher returns. (themortgagereports.com)
They tend to be a less risky investment for lenders. (zillow.com)
Although pension funds or bank deposits, as less risky investments, would have been better options to equities, they yield lower returns on investment. (fintechworld.com)