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1.
Which of the following companies would NOT lessen the volatility of your portfolio?
Very small companies. Very small companies tend to grow quickly, and that makes them volatile -- too volatile for a conservative portfolio.
2.
To dampen volatility in your foreign investments, focus on small international companies in developed markets.
False. You should focus on large companies, not small ones.
3.
What's the most significant move you can make to damp your long-term volatility?
Increasing your bond and cash investments and decreasing your position in stocks. Your blend of cash, stocks, and bonds likely contributes more to your portfolio's return and volatility than what investment styles you practice, what sectors you have exposure to, and what individual securities you choose. The more of your portfolio you have in stocks and the less you have in bonds and cash, the more intense your portfolio's performance will be.
4.
How conservative you should be with your investments depends on what?
Your investment goal, your investment horizon, and your ability to handle volatility. Your goal, time horizon, and volatility tolerance should all help determine how conservative your portfolio is.
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Why are short-term bonds a good fit for a conservative portfolio?
Because they have short maturities, they are less volatile. Thus, short-term bonds are often advised for anyone wanting to make his or her portfolio more conservative.
