The case for buying foreign equities

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Foreign equities are sometimes seen as involving more risk for United Kingdom investors, but this view may be misguided. Risks from exchange rates do not add much to equity risks, and there are many overseas stocks with low variances. Foreign equities can also offer opportunities for diversification There are some problems such as high dealing costs and the dangers represented by event risks which may deter investors. Overseas assets have have performed well since 1991 but may not do so in the future, and the extent to which they offer possibilities for diversification varies over time.

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Reshuffle time

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The performance of US stocks is examined in relation to two portfolios, one for New York and the other for California.

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The ups and downs of volatility

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Volatility is likely to increase in world stock markets, and implications for investors are examined in detail.

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