The Stacking Benjamins Show

The Case for International Investing & The True ROI of Emergency Funds (SB1690)

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Jun 2, 2025
Discover the compelling case for international investing, focusing on its ability to enhance returns and lower risk through smart diversification. The hosts discuss how different markets can improve your portfolio's resilience. In a practical twist, they tackle the importance of emergency funds, revealing that the true return isn't just about interest rates but building financial resilience. Social insights on money and life are shared, offering valuable advice for new graduates.
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Global Investing Diversifies Risk

  • International investing diversifies risk by including economies with different performance cycles.
  • The U.S. market is often middle of the pack, so global exposure can improve portfolio balance.
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Correlation Reduces Risk and Volatility

  • Assets with low correlation reduce portfolio volatility and risk.
  • Including international stocks provides returns in differing market cycles to smooth overall performance.
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Emerging Markets' Growth Potential

  • Emerging markets have untapped growth with large populations still expanding economically.
  • Investing there captures opportunities similar to the US growth trajectory but on a larger scale.
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