- Putting all your money into one stock or bond is generally not a safe way to invest your money. Rather, by choosing a mix of stocks and bonds, you diversify your investments. This reduces your chance of losing money. If some of your investments do better while others drop, you’ll have more options.
How can I diversify the stocks I buy?
Buy stock from companies with different features, such as:
- Type of industry
- Size of company and risk level
- Country
- Type of stock.
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How can I diversify the bonds I buy?
Buy bonds with different features, such as:
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Remember: You may want to get advice before you diversify.
A professional adviser can help you build an investment portfolio that will really help you reach your goals with the level of risk that is right for you.