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When it comes to constructing an investment portfolio, “negative correlation” is something of a holy grail. Diversification, investors are told, is about combining assets that behave differently. You ...

Avoid the pitfalls of over-diversification. Learn how a streamlined investment portfolio can enhance your returns while managing risk effectively.

Diversification is a pillar of sound investing, with portfolios including a range of stocks, bonds, and collections of investments such as exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and index funds. One of the most ...

When you think about a millionaire investor, you likely imagine someone extraordinarily brilliant. A real Wolf-of-Wall-Street type, only on the up-and-up. Someone whose knowledge is as dazzling as the ...

Visibility is improving, but selectivity remains essential. Debasement supports allocations to gold and other real assets.

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Post-modern portfolio theory uses downside risk to refine portfolio optimization. Learn how PMPT offers an alternative to modern portfolio theory for risk-adjusted returns.

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Margaret Giles: Hi. I’m Margaret Giles with Morningstar. Who needs bonds? What bond types are the best to own, and which are best left out of your portfolio altogether? Joining me to discuss those ...