International Investing: Why you are underexposed and what you can do about it

International exposure is crucial for investors because it helps diversify their portfolios, reducing risk and potentially increasing returns by tapping into global markets and opportunities.

Investors can increase international exposure by investing in international equities, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that focus on global markets, or mutual funds that include international assets.

InvestSMART constructs their international equities portfolios using exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which provide diversified exposure to global markets in a cost-effective manner.

ETFs offer a simple and cost-effective way to gain diversified exposure to international markets, allowing investors to access a wide range of global equities with lower fees compared to traditional mutual funds.

You can join live Q&A sessions with experts like InvestSMART's Head of Portfolio Services, Mitchell Sneddon, who discuss key considerations and strategies for international investing.

When considering international investments, it's important to evaluate factors such as market trends, currency risks, geopolitical stability, and the potential for growth in different regions.

Many investors are underexposed to international investments due to a focus on domestic markets, lack of awareness about global opportunities, or perceived complexities in investing abroad.

You can register for InvestSMART's live Q&A sessions on their website, where experts discuss international investing topics and answer questions from everyday investors.