Episode Summary
Many investors believe they're diversified, but beneath the surface, today's market is increasingly driven by a small number of companies.
In this episode of The Wealth Exchange, Ben Jang, Portfolio Manager & Head of Fixed Income, joins Sean Oye, Head of Public Assets, to examine how the rapid rise of AI is reshaping today's markets, concentrating performance among a small group of companies and prompting investors to rethink what true diversification looks like.
You'll hear:
- Why owning an index fund doesn't always mean you're truly diversified
- How AI is influencing companies across many industries, not just technology
- Why the price you pay matters just as much as the quality of the company you're buying
- Practical ways to build a more resilient portfolio, from looking beyond the biggest market leaders to investing in high-quality businesses with different drivers of growth
- Why staying diversified doesn't mean avoiding AI, it means understanding where your risks are and balancing them thoughtfully
If you're wondering whether your portfolio is more concentrated than you realize, this conversation offers practical insights on staying invested, managing risk, and building resilience in an increasingly AI-driven market.
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