The world is at war, climate change is accelerating and uncertainty is rife. That’s a challenging backdrop not just in life but also one that spells trouble, or at least heightened volatility, for global markets.
We had a taste of this in April when shares sold off on tariff concerns. While they have rallied strongly since, there’s plenty that can unsettle investors in the short term. As such, it can make sense to smooth out the ride with some diversifying assets.
The options here are multiple, from government bonds to gold. But investors can also diversify within their equity portfolios, too.
