To construct a 60/40 portfolio, an investor would typically start by selecting a diversified mix of stocks, which might include large-cap, mid-cap and small-cap equities across various sectors.

Ask everyday investors what it means to craft a diversified portfolio and you'll likely get a mixed bag of, well, diverse responses. Conversations about diversification often get lost in translation.

A diversified portfolio will likely have a better risk ... Enter your email in the box and click Sign Me Up. Matt Stratman is a financial adviser at Western International Securities in Southern ...

Contrary to popular belief, achieving diversification in investing goes beyond simply not "putting all your eggs in one basket." Owning shares in multiple companies doesn't necessarily mean an ...