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What is diversification in investing?

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What is diversification in investing?
Short answerDiversification spreads risk across assets so one bad outcome does not hit everything at once.

Diversification means spreading your money across different assets, sectors, or markets so one bad outcome does not wreck the whole portfolio. It is one of the simplest risk-control tools in investing.

The point is not to guarantee gains. The point is to avoid betting your future on one company, one industry, or one market mood. A diversified portfolio can still lose money, but it is less likely to fail in one dramatic blow.

That is why diversification often feels boring. It lowers the chance that a single mistake turns into a disaster, and boring is usually the right trade in investing.

Sources

Fidelity — What Is Portfolio Diversification?

This is general information, not professional financial advice. For decisions about your situation, talk to a qualified professional.

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