Posted 9/18/2023, 2:06:00 AM

Dalio's Advice to New Investors: Diversify and Favor Adopters Over Creators Amid Uncertainty

Ray Dalio says new investors should have a diversified portfolio amid economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
He recommends investing in companies adopting new technologies rather than those creating them.
Dalio sees Singapore as an "exciting region" given its role as a hub amid world order changes.
When choosing where to invest, Dalio looks at a country's finances, civility, and stance in international conflicts.
He says a common investor mistake is believing past performance means something is a good investment rather than just more expensive.

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