In Context Video: Is the 60/40 Portfolio Dead Forever?

November 29, 2021 | Greg Leonberger, FSA, EA, MAAA, FCA, Partner, Director of Research, Evan Frazier, CFA, CAIA, Senior Research Analyst

In this video, the authors of our recent white paper discuss the 60/40 model portfolio — a long-time approach to portfolio construction that generally consists of a 60% allocation to equities and a 40% allocation to fixed income. From the decades of success the 60/40 portfolio has experienced (and why) to skepticism about its future viability in light of the current low interest rate and expensive equity market environment and how organizations may still be able to meet their return targets, we seek to answer if the 60/40 portfolio’s efficiency is a thing of the past.

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Greg Leonberger, FSA, EA, MAAA, FCA
Partner, Director of Research

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Evan Frazier, CFA, CAIA
Senior Research Analyst

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The opinions expressed herein are those of Marquette Associates, Inc. (“Marquette”), and are subject to change without notice. This material is not financial advice or an offer to purchase or sell any product. Marquette reserves the right to modify its current investment strategies and techniques based on changing market dynamics or client needs.

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