Do You Really Need International Diversification? 10 Top Investors Debate

In this episode of "Two Quants and a Financial Planner," we explore one of investing's most debated topics: international diversification. Through clips from 10 different investing experts, we examine whether U.S. investors truly need international exposure in their portfolios. Key topics include: What actually constitutes "international exposure" in today's interconnected markets Why U.S. stocks have dominated for so long and whether this trend can continue The role of currency exposure in international investing How passive investing flows affect international markets Different perspectives on optimal international allocation strategies Featuring insights from renowned investors and experts including Corey Hoffstein, Meb Faber, Dan Rasmussen, Larry Swedroe, Cullen Roche, Dan Villalon, Rick Ferri, Jason Buck, Mike Green, and Andy Constan, this episode offers a nuanced look at the complexities of global investing and helps viewers understand the various approaches to international diversification. Whether you're wondering if you should invest internationally or questioning your current allocation, this discussion provides valuable perspectives to help inform your investment decisions. 00:00:50 - Introduction 00:01:23 - Episode Overview 00:02:39 - Corey Hoffstein: What is International Exposure? 00:08:18 - Meb Faber: International Investing from a Global Perspective 00:12:51 - Dan Rasmussen: The Great Rotation & Historical Bubbles 00:19:38 - Larry Swedroe: Multinational Companies & Home Country Bias 00:24:34 - Cullen Roche: Currency Benefits of International Investing 00:28:11 - Dan Villalon: AQR's Analysis of International Markets 00:33:59 - Rick Ferri: The Case for Global Market Exposure 00:39:43 - Jason Buck: The Reality of Investment Knowledge 00:43:56 - Mike Green: The Impact of Passive Investing on the International Debate 00:48:20 - Andy Constan: Market Balance & International Investing 00:53:10 - Final Thoughts & Conclusions #investing #portfoliomanagement #financialplanning #investing101 #internationaldiversification