01.09.2023
The world of investments is fundamentally divided into two main categories: traditional and alternative. Investors are faced with a plethora of options here, but developing a successful investment strategy is not so easy. Traditional investments such as equities, bonds and cash stand side by side with less explored paths such as private equity, commodities and collectibles. But what separates these two worlds, and what connects them?
Traditional investments are the long-standing foundations of the investment world. They have withstood the test of time and offer investors familiar and understandable ways to invest capital– but they are nowhere near as reliable as commonly believed and can even be quite unpredictable due to market fluctuations. Nevertheless, they do often form the starting point of an investment strategy, so here are some things to consider:
Alternative investments are the key to genuine portfolio diversification and can thus contribute to risk reduction. They are diverse, their mechanisms often unique and their possibilities limitless. The attractiveness of this asset class lies above all in its independence from common market movements such as interest rates and equity market trends.
In a world characterised by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, this resilient investment option therefore offers a particularly attractive alternative for investors. It is not without reason that investments in rare memorabilia, sneakers and even dinosaur fossils have become increasingly popular in recent years – they offer investors a one-of-a-kind opportunity to be part of something bigger while benefiting from enormous potential returns.
While traditional investments are often more accessible and easier to understand, alternative investments offer unique opportunities for diversification, independence from market fluctuations, and enormous potential for higher returns.
Traditional and alternative investments each have their merits and challenges. The point is not to pit one against the other, but to recognise their respective strengths and combine them in a way that suits individual goals and risk tolerances.
In the past, the purchase of alternative investments was usually limited to financially savvy investors such as institutions or high net-worth individuals with preexisting knowledge or expertise, because alternative investments by their nature are not traded on financial markets and consequently were not as accessible and liquid as traditional investment options.
Fortunately, today the alternative asset class is an option for all investors: with Timeless, for example, you have the chance to participate in the performance of unique collectibles for as little as €50 per fraction. This way, you too can avoid stormy market times with a diversified portfolio and secure your returns.
Buy fractions in iconic assets in drop or trading.
Harry Potter’s Glasses
Nike Air 1 Jordan Metallic Blue 85
Gerhard Richter – MV. 20 (2011)
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