For conservative investors, or those nearing retirement, a higher bond allocation—around 50-60%—might be necessary to preserve capital. Younger investors or those with a higher risk tolerance might limit bond exposure to 20-30%, using the rest for equities and growth-oriented assets.
US stocks today: Dow posts closing record high, S&P 500, Nasdaq muted as AI rally pauses
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