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Why Portfolio Diversification Matters & How to do it

A look at how to build a diversified portfolio.

By Matthew DiLallo – Updated Sep 9, 2024 at 11:44AM

Key Points

  • Invest in at least 25 stocks from various industries or an index fund for quick diversification.
  • Include fixed-income assets like bonds to lower volatility and reduce risk in your portfolio.
  • Add real estate through REITs to potentially increase returns and further reduce portfolio volatility.
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