Alternative investments can include private capital, real assets and other strategies outside traditional listed equities, bonds and cash. They may offer diversification characteristics, but can also introduce greater illiquidity, complexity, cost and valuation uncertainty.
Diversification is not protection from loss. Low historical correlation does not guarantee future behaviour. Suitability depends on objectives, time horizon, liquidity needs, knowledge and capacity for loss. Independent professional advice may be appropriate.
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This educational summary is not investment advice and does not recommend any product or strategy.