Why are investors buying international stocks? Some of the demand is driven by positive reasons: expected economic growth and future earnings gains in other countries. But some investors are also moving away from America.
This doesn’t mean that U.S. stocks are doomed. But if you’re an American investor who wants to diversify your portfolio against the risks of a possible U.S. tech downturn or a weaker U.S. dollar, buying international stocks can be a good move.
This post originally appeared at The Motley Fool.