Investing in multinational U.S.-based companies may offer some diversification benefit. Scott Donaldson of Vanguard Investment Strategy Group and  Bryan Lewis of Vanguard Personal Advisor Services® say only by investing in non-U.S. equities do investors gain the full benefit of added diversification. Vanguard recommends investing 20% to 40% of your portfolio in non-U.S. markets.

Investing in multinational U.S.-based companies may offer some diversification benefit. Scott Donaldson of Vanguard Investment Strategy Group and Bryan Lewis of Vanguard Personal Advisor Services® say only by investing in non-U.S. equities do investors gain the full benefit of added diversification. Vanguard recommends investing 20% to 40% of your portfolio in non-U.S. markets.

The benefits of adding an international component to your portfolio

['Candid, in-depth video commentary from Vanguard leaders and industry experts on events and trends affecting the U.S. and global economies, the markets, and other topics that may affect your investments.', 'Candid, in-depth video commentary from Vanguard leaders and industry experts on events and trends affecting the U.S. and global economies, the markets, and other topics that may affect your investments.']

Share The benefits of adding an international component to your portfolio

Sign up to save your podcasts

The benefits of adding an international component to your portfolio

The benefits of adding an international component to your portfolio