Here are 3 alternatives for investors looking to dodge the bond-market beatdown — SkimNews
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- U.S. stocks have continued rising through 2025, contrasting sharply with bonds that remain mired in a five-year slump
- Bonds have been unable to shake off a five-year losing streak, according to the source
- Diversified investors are now searching for alternatives beyond traditional stocks and bonds to fill the gap in their portfolios
Why it matters: A five-year bond slump alongside rising stocks forces diversified investors off the standard 60/40 playbook, making alternative assets materially more relevant to portfolio construction right now. Anyone anchored to traditional stock-bond allocations faces a concrete trade-off: accept bond underperformance or hunt for substitutes.
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