Are funds-of-funds the right play for client portfolios?

Wealth Professional
August 10, 2023.

For advisors looking to diversify beyond the traditional stock-bond portfolio, Francis Sabourin, Portfolio Manager, Investment Advisor at Richardson Wealth discusses funds-of-funds, as they bring together exposure to a variety of strategies, and potentially different managers and regions as well.

“In general, the offerings are getting better and better, with new products coming into the market from big firms. After the market we had last year, we’re seeing more solutions to help advisors smooth out the volatility in their clients’ portfolios.”

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