{"id":477670,"date":"2023-02-15T15:02:28","date_gmt":"2023-02-15T15:02:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/?p=477670"},"modified":"2026-02-12T09:46:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T09:46:20","slug":"how-to-create-a-diverse-portfolio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/share-trading\/share-trading-guides\/strategy\/how-to-create-a-diverse-portfolio","title":{"rendered":"How to create a diverse portfolio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Learning how to diversify your portfolio to suit you as an investor is a foundational skill that everyone should work on. Diversification is a tried and tested method of minimising your losses while ensuring exposure to the best-performing assets. No one can predict the future, so, for many investors, diversity is the antidote. This guide explains diversifying, and how to do it.<\/p><article class=\"luna-card luna-card--primary\"><div class=\"luna-card__block\"><div class=\"u-grid u-grid--alignMiddle\"><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/6@s has-margin-top-small has-margin-bottom-small u-grid__col--orderLast@s\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/09\/ig-130x80-1.png\" alt=\"ig logo\" style=\"width: 150px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/09\/ig-130x80-1.png?fit=130 130w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 130px) 100vw, 130px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-10\/12@s\">This is a paid content promotion brought to you by IG. Invest yourself for less with \u00a30 commission on US stocks if you trade 3+ times in the previous month.<strong>Your capital is at risk.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ig.com%2Fuk%2Finvestments%2Fhomepage&amp;data=05%7C01%7CGeorgia.Davis%40ig.com%7Cd4cbcd371f9e47d60e6d08db08fbd844%7C4b4cca9cedaf42f38e219070c5d9d76b%7C0%7C0%7C638113650011513380%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=wW9yRKP7R%2FfW1npv9OZDCQ9M7z1ggwMA81q1Ld5O0PQ%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><p>Diversifying successfully involves balancing risk against your long-term goals and taking note of what\u2019s happening in the wider world. If this sounds like too much effort, don\u2019t panic \u2013 there are ready-made short-cuts you can take, which we\u2019ll explain.<\/p><div class=\"fin-video fin-video--horizontal\" data-player-type=\"youtube\" data-video-id=\"tJLiYEuyDyA\" style=\"\">\n    <div class=\"fin-video__container\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"fin-video__thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/tJLiYEuyDyA\/maxresdefault.jpg\" data-fallback-sd=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/tJLiYEuyDyA\/sddefault.jpg\" data-fallback-hq=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/tJLiYEuyDyA\/hqdefault.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\">\n                            <div class=\"fin-video__duration\">3:42<\/div>\n                        <div class=\"fin-video__play-btn\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Play video\"><\/div>\n                <iframe allow=\"autoplay\" class=\"fin-video__player\" id=\"ytPlayer-tJLiYEuyDyA\" title=\"Video player\"><\/iframe>\n    <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n<h3>What is portfolio diversification?<\/h3><p>Diversifying is the ultimate way to create a healthy balance of risk and reward with your investment portfolio. There\u2019s no \u201cone-size-fits-all\u201d method to achieve a perfect balance but you can adjust how it applies to your investments based on your interests and how much risk you\u2019re comfortable taking.<\/p><p>However, at the core of proper diversification, you should be looking to divide your portfolio holdings across a range of:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Assets.<\/strong> Equities, bonds, commodities, property, and cash.<\/li><li><strong>Regions.<\/strong> UK, US, Europe, Asia, Emerging Markets, and Global.<\/li><li><strong>Sectors.<\/strong> Financials, healthcare, consumer staples, technology, energy and utilities.<\/li><li><strong>Types.<\/strong> Individual investments, index funds and ETFs (exchange-traded funds), dividend stocks, value stocks, and capital growth shares.<\/li><li><strong>Sizes.<\/strong> Small-cap, large-cap, and everything in between.<\/li><li><strong>Alternative investments.<\/strong> Art and antiques, peer-to-peer (P2P) lending, cryptocurrency, memorabilia, and private equity.<\/li><\/ul><p>This isn\u2019t an exhaustive list, but it should give you an idea of how many options are out there to fully flesh out and diversify your portfolio. You can find templates online to help with diversification. However, these won\u2019t be personal to your goals \u2013 so always take them with a pinch of salt.<\/p><h4>Portfolio templates<\/h4><p>One strategy you could use to get some inspiration is to research ready-made investment portfolios available with share dealing platforms, and see how each splits up the asset allocation.<\/p><p>For example, you could look at the various IG Smart Portfolios to get an idea. These portfolios from IG have been created using asset allocation guidance from BlackRock (the largest asset management company in the world).<\/p><p>Then, you can treat that as a skeleton frame for your portfolio \u2013 using a similar asset allocation but selecting the individual investments that make up the percentages for yourself. This way, you\u2019ll be using a solid structure created by professionals. Yet, it is still tailoring your portfolio to investments that you understand and believe in.<\/p><h3>How many assets should you have in a diversified portfolio?<\/h3><p>The answer to this depends on what you can manage and are comfortable keeping on top of. Ideally, you should hold at least some of each asset type in your portfolio. Your job is to decide how much of your portfolio you want to allocate to each of those assets.<\/p><p>The value of your portfolio can also make a difference in how many assets you should own. Typically, the larger your portfolio, the greater the number of assets you should invest in and vice versa. If you\u2019ve only got \u00a31,000 to invest, it may not be necessary to spread yourself too thinly across a vast range of assets. Whereas if you have more wealth, for example, \u00a3100,000 (or even \u00a31,000,000) \u2013 it\u2019s sensible to use more assets.<\/p><p>You\u2019ll likely build wealth over time. So, it can be worthwhile expanding how much you diversify as your portfolio grows. If you own a portfolio completely made up of stocks and shares, this may not lead to complete diversification, but if it\u2019s how you like to invest, that\u2019s up to you.<\/p><div class=\"importantText importantText__callout\">\n  <p>\u201cA good rule of thumb for a portfolio containing stocks is to keep at least 25 companies made up of different regions, sectors, and sizes.<\/p><p>One easy short cut for this if you don\u2019t want to research and find multiple stocks is to use an exchange-traded fund (ETF) or an investment fund managed by experts. Another alternative if you want a hands-off approach to diversify your portfolio is using a robo-advisor or a ready-made portfolio on an investment platform.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Examples of a diversified portfolio<\/h3><p>To illustrate what different levels of diversity can look like based on your attitude towards risk and reward, below are some examples of how you could choose to diversify your portfolio.<\/p><figure class=\"luna-figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"luna-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Example-portfolio-allocations%401x.jpg\" alt=\"Example portfolios\" width=\"600\" height=\"1646\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Example-portfolio-allocations%401x.jpg?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Example-portfolio-allocations%401x.jpg?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Example-portfolio-allocations%401x.jpg?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Example-portfolio-allocations%401x.jpg?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Example-portfolio-allocations%401x.jpg?fit=1200 1200w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Example-portfolio-allocations%401x.jpg?fit=1800 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" loading=\"lazy\"><br><\/figure><article class=\"luna-card luna-card--alt\"><div class=\"luna-card__block has-padding-small\"><p>All investing should be regarded as longer term. The value of your investments can go up and down, and you may get back less than you invest. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. If you\u2019re not sure which investments are right for you, please seek out a financial adviser. Capital at risk.<\/p><\/div><\/article><br><p>A brief caveat is that we\u2019ve excluded cash from these portfolio allocations to centre purely around investments. It\u2019s always worth having a decent level of cash, ideally 6 months to a year of living expenses as an emergency fund. This way, you have a healthy buffer and can cover all your costs without potentially having to sell any investments if you need money.<\/p><h3>Popular asset classes and alternative ways to diversify<\/h3><p>You\u2019re not the first person looking to diversify your portfolio. And the great thing about this is that there\u2019s loads of information and data available for you to access freely. To dive a little deeper into some of the most popular ways of diversifying, below is a brief breakdown of various assets that could come in useful.<\/p><h4>ETFs<\/h4><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/share-trading\/exchange-traded-funds-etfs\/etfs-vs-index-funds\">Exchange-traded funds (ETFs)<\/a> can act as your secret weapon when you want to diversify broadly without spending a lot of time researching and managing your investments.<\/p><p>ETFs are available to buy and sell on all the best share dealing platforms. An ETF lets you invest in a whole basket of investments with one cheap purchase, and this automatically prevents you from \u201cputting all your eggs in one basket\u201d. Holding a single ETF doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re totally diversified, but you can use multiple ETFs to invest in a vast range of assets, markets, countries, and investing themes.<\/p><h4>Bonds<\/h4><p>Traditionally, bonds were used as a counterweight to equities held in a portfolio. This is why the traditional 60\/40 split, comprising 60% stocks and 40% bonds, was supposed to be the best \u201cset and forget\u201d strategy for long-term diversification.<\/p><p>However, the recent collapse of the bond market has demonstrated that this tactic isn\u2019t foolproof. Bonds can still have a useful place when you\u2019re attempting to diversify your portfolio. But, don\u2019t rest on your laurels and think you simply need to include a few bonds for balance. It\u2019s best to use bonds and bond funds alongside all the other assets and tools at your disposal.<\/p><h4>Commodities<\/h4><p>Many won\u2019t argue against commodities playing a helpful role in a diversified portfolio, but the mechanics of investing in them can sometimes be confusing. This is because, after all, you\u2019re attempting to invest in raw materials.<\/p><p>However, there are ways to invest in commodities like gold or timber without getting sucked down the potentially risky path of using derivatives. You can invest in commodity-focused companies (eg mining stocks) individually or by using funds and ETFs. Another tactic is to invest in commodities using an exchange-traded commodity (ETC), which works similarly to an ETF, tracking the live spot price of a commodity.<\/p><h4>Individual stocks and shares<\/h4><p>If you want a more hands-on approach, using individual equities can be a valuable alternative to ETFs and funds.<\/p><p>Picking out companies involves more research, but it allows you to craft a truly diverse portfolio that suits your investing style and risk tolerance. For example, if you\u2019re looking for regular income \u2013 you can focus on dividend-paying stocks. Or, if you have a high tolerance for risk and are aiming for long-term growth, you might choose to explore tech stocks and innovative industry disruptors. There are near limitless options for investing this way. 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class=\"eeQuote__content\">\n                                    <div class=\"eeQuote__heading\">Our expert says: 3 assets you might not have considered for a diverse portfolio<\/div>\n                                <div class=\"eeQuote__quote\">\n                    <p>\"There are so many potential ways to diversify your portfolio that sometimes it\u2019s easy to overlook specific options. So, here are a few assets you may not have considered buying that could be worth keeping an eye on in 2023:<\/p><div><ul><li><strong>REITs.<\/strong> It may not be realistic for you to own an investment property or even afford a home with a mortgage. Well, a real estate investment trust (REIT) allows you to invest in property and commercial real estate with a relatively small sum. This means you can own pieces of property and earn a return without needing to become a landlord or have buckets of money to invest.<\/li><li><strong>Investment trusts.<\/strong> These managed funds come with higher expense ratios than a passive broad-market ETF. However, investment trusts allow you to get a managed mini-portfolio of investments that can contain anything from space technology to private equity.<\/li><li><strong>Currency.<\/strong> Along with holding cash for personal use, investing in foreign currency can be worthwhile. For example, in an environment of rising interest rates led by the Federal Reserve, this strengthens the value of the US dollar and makes each dollar more valuable compared to other currencies. Cash tends to devalue over extended periods due to inflation, but depending on what\u2019s going on in the global economy, holding foreign currency like US dollars can be a useful diversification tool.\"<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"eeQuote__authorInfo\">\n                                            <div class=\"eeQuote__authorPhoto--mobile\">\n                            <figure class=\"eeQuote__photo\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"George Sweeney, DipFA's headshot\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/2025\/11\/GeorgeSweeneyF1_Finder_600x600.png\" class=\"avatar avatar-200 photo finder-avatar\" height=\"200\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/2025\/11\/GeorgeSweeneyF1_Finder_600x600.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/2025\/11\/GeorgeSweeneyF1_Finder_600x600.png?fit=360 360w, 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class=\"eeQuote__authorDetails\">\n                                                    <a class=\"eeQuote__authorName\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/author\/georgesweeney\" itemprop=\"url\" target=\"_blank\">\n                                George Sweeney, DipFA\n                            <\/a>\n                                                                            <div class=\"eeQuote__authorTitle\">Deputy editor<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Pros and cons of diversifying your portfolio<\/h3><div class=\"fin-pros-cons\">\n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--check-circle\">\n                                    <li>Minimise potential losses and reduce portfolio volatility.<\/li>\n                                    <li>Exposure to more asset classes can improve long-term performance.<\/li>\n                                    <li>With ready-made portfolios and ETFs, it's easy to diversify.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    \n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--x-circle\">\n                                    <li>Holding too many investments can make your portfolio challenging to manage.<\/li>\n                                    <li>There is a risk of spreading yourself too thinly across assets.<\/li>\n                                    <li>It can be costly to buy lots of assets if you don't use a cheap platform.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h3>What else should I consider?<\/h3><p>As we mentioned above, if you\u2019re sold on the benefits of diversifying but don\u2019t want to do all the work yourself (or don\u2019t feel confident making all the decisions), you still have options.<\/p><p>The 2 most popular routes are to use a ready-made portfolio (provided by some investment brokerages) or use a robo-advisor that can build and manage a diversified portfolio for a relatively small fee.<\/p><h3>How to start balancing your portfolio<\/h3><p>If you\u2019re already set up and want to take the next steps to diversify your portfolio, here\u2019s what you can do:<\/p><ol><li><strong>Consider your goals and risk tolerance.<\/strong> Take a moment to consider your long-term goals and risk appetite. The answer to this may not be the same as when you began investing, and this will help direct your choices.<\/li><li><strong>Research investments.<\/strong> Take what you\u2019ve learnt and apply it to your personal investing strategy. Build yourself an ideal portfolio on paper containing a diverse selection of investment assets.<\/li><li><strong>Choose a platform.<\/strong> Not every investment brokerage offers a wide selection of options. Your current account may not include everything you want, so it may be worth looking into moving your portfolio to a new share dealing platform.<\/li><li><strong>Buy your investments.<\/strong> Once you know how you want to invest and where will let you buy everything, you can construct your portfolio made up of your ideal allocation of assets.<\/li><\/ol><h3>Bottom line<\/h3><p>Learning to diversify your portfolio correctly is like looking after your back. It holds everything together, and most of your work should be preventative, to keep it all healthy. With a healthy level of diversification across your portfolio, things should tick over nicely in the background, with less volatility or aches and pains than if you were to concentrate on a single asset.<\/p><p>If you diversify sufficiently from the beginning, you shouldn\u2019t have to do lots of regular tinkering or restructuring. Your portfolio value should have a natural ebb and flow as assets across different markets move in price. There\u2019s no perfect way to diversify your portfolio, but it\u2019s best to be proactive.<\/p><article class=\"luna-card luna-card--alt\"><div class=\"luna-card__block\">This article offers general information about investing and the stock market, but should not be construed as personal investment advice. It has been provided without consideration of your personal circumstances or objectives. 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