Weekly Focus: Downside Protection

An investor recently asked, "Why is it so important to protect the downside?". As important as it is for investors to grow their wealth, it is also equally important to protect it. In this week's focus piece, Lighthouse Canton's Investment Consulting Team looks at 2 reasons why we believe it is important for investors to start protecting the downside based on the current market situation.

Many turn to the 60/40 rule to create portfolios that combine equities, bonds, and funds. In times of stress, these traditional asset classes have become highly correlated. As valuations continue to rise, the markets present limited upside, and a significant amount of downside for investors who turn to these asset classes. As such Lighthouse Canton believes it is crucial to protect the downside and to deliver superior risk adjusted returns, investors should do so by integrating diverse performance streams. Read more in our analysis of the situation below.