diversification

What is diversification?


Diversification involves the planned distribution of investments across various securities to minimize the risk exposure to a specific industry or geographic segment. However, the risk of over-diversification exists, in which an investor can at best expect to mirror the market returns, minus any brokerage fees or management expenses.

Qualities of the best ETFs, including diversification among top-quality stocks, so you can hold the best ETFs for your TFSA investing success
Corporate-class mutual funds let you switch between funds without having to pay capital gains taxes right away.
The U.S. – Canada exchange rate does influence your gains (or losses). Here’s why that doesn’t matter. Keep reading for more.
Letting unnecessary stock market worries take hold of your investment decisions can lead to much bigger problems than just finding stocks to buy
Investing in utilities is a key part of building a balanced portfolio—as well as adding steady, sustainable income
Wondering how to determine a stock’s value? Make sure you aren’t misled by investing formula strategies or an over-reliance on financial ratios or other value indicators
What does a diversified portfolio look like? A well-diversified portfolio balances risk by spreading investment holdings out by industry sector and other factors
Here are two rules for successfully investing in speculative stocks
The best Canadian stocks will have the investment quality your portfolio needs over the long term
Unlocking the power of strategic diversification across investing sectors: Maximizing returns and minimizing risks.