#portfolio-diversification

#portfolio-diversification

If you haven't thought about diversifying your equity portfolio internationally, perhaps the performance of non-U.S. financial markets might have you looking beyond the S&P 500 for your next big investment. Undoubtedly, the S&P has done just fine, now up over 15%, with a potential move to the 7,000 level in sight if investors can shrug off recent concerns that have made for a rather rocky ride in this fourth and final quarter of 2025.

We see little reason for concern around Meta's stock given the company's exceptionally strong operating performance, robust financial health, and continued leadership in digital advertising. Meta's transformation into an AI-driven advertising powerhouse-anchored by Instagram's growing dominance and massive infrastructure investments-underpins our confidence. Overall, while the stock trades at a premium valuation, we view it as fairly priced given its strength and momentum.

When President Trump returned to the White House his intention was clear: Make America Great Again. But the United States's economic partners, and some of its rivals, are also benefitting from having the unorthodox showman back in the Oval Office. Investors are watching the U.S. stock market with both enthusiasm and trepidation: The S&P 500 is up 15% over the past year, Treasuries have remained relatively steady, and the Fed's monetary policy is expected to begin a downwards trajectory.

Diversifying your portfolio with luxury assets can add glamour and enhance overall value, but thorough research is essential to understand the risks involved.

The stock market-driven volatility has led investors towards exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as long-term investors seek low-risk options that can generate impressive returns.

The JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF (NYSEARCA:JEPI) has become a top choice for many investors. It is a covered call ETF that offers an attractive yield over 10%, much higher than the S&P 500's 1.5%. The ETF invests in low-volatility stocks and manages to pay a higher yield through the options call. It outperforms the traditional equity income approach and has a low expense ratio of 0.35%.