Staying Up in Quality Equities: BlackRock's Akullian

The video discusses hedge fund replacement strategies, emphasizing the need for diversification and quality in portfolios due to changes in stock-bond correlations post-pandemic. It explores the debate between international and US investments, highlighting the potential of international dividends. The bond market's current state and entry points are analyzed, focusing on income over duration for returns.

What has increased the risk of a 60/40 portfolio post-pandemic?

• Lower interest rates

• Increased stock-bond correlation

• Higher inflation rates

• Decreased market volatility

Why might investors consider international diversification?

• To invest in emerging markets only

• For potential diversification benefits

• To avoid US market volatility

• To follow Jack Bogle's advice

What is a current trend in international investments?

• Investing in international bonds only

• Investing in low-quality stocks

• Focusing on high-quality international dividends

• Avoiding international markets

What is the current focus for returns in the bond market?

• Duration

• Equity

• Income

• Liquidity

What has been the trend for the two-year yield since September?

• It has decreased

• It has rallied

• It has remained stable

• It has fluctuated unpredictably