Foreign Investing
Conventional wisdom has long held that a portfolio should be diversified to include a healthy portion of international stocks. Does that conventional wisdom still hold up in light of the changing world economy?
The 21st century is bringing a reshaping of the worldwide investing landscape, driven by the globalization of financial markets, a rapidly expanding global middle class, and a long-term downward trend in the value of the U.S. dollar. To be sure, the United States remains the world's largest and strongest investing market. But other nations and regions are becoming increasingly attractive, as investors see greater growth opportunities beyond America's shores.
Unhappy with low yields in your fixed-income funds? You're likely to find better yields overseas — but not without higher risk and greater complexity.
Which investments are most likely to pay off in the New Year? No one knows for sure, of course. But a careful look at the economic landscape does suggest where the opportunities and risks lie. Here is our annual guide to allocating your investments over the next 12 months.
Bad news for the U.S. dollar is usually good news for your overseas investments. We explain why.
If you're an Upgrader, the Recommended Funds report offers key information that can help you make good decisions when selecting mutual funds. Depending on your preference, the report allows you to keep things simple or go deep.
