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Rethinking diversification in a changing market

Why it may be time to look beyond conventional stock-and-bond strategies and consider alternative investments in the mix.

Key Takeaways
  • Alternative investments may help reduce portfolio volatility, enhance resilience during market downturns, and increase risk-adjusted returns.
  • In a higher-inflation regime, investors might consider a more-diversified portfolio that includes alternative investments, such as managed futures, liquid alternatives, private equity, private credit, and real assets.
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Alternative investment strategies may not be suitable for all investors and are not intended to be a complete investment program. Alternatives may be relatively illiquid; it may be difficult to determine the current market value of the asset; and there may be limited historical risk and return data. Costs of purchase and sale may be relatively high. A high degree of investment analysis may be required before investing.


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