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What Is Portfolio Diversification? A Plain-English Guide With Real Examples From Stock Advisor's Return History

The Motley Fool | Sep 21, 2026 1:00 PM EDT

Many people grew up hearing the phrase, "Don't put all your eggs in one basket." That applies to careers, skill sets, and your investments. Diversification is a pillar of investing because it minimizes risk and widens your investing net, But what exactly does portfolio diversification look like? There's no single approach to diversification, but let's look at a straightforward one. It might not always be the coolest approach to investing, but it's time-tested and has been proven to work for the everyday investor. Image source: Getty Images. Continue reading

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