This is the simplest portfolio William Bernstein discusses in his famous book The Intelligent Asset Allocator. The book is widely recommended not only for this portfolio, but also for its technical and thorough discussion on diversification and portfolio construction in general.
NOTE: This portfolio has been renamed on the site to its common description — the No-Brainer Portfolio.
Asset Allocation
- 25% Large Cap Blend
- 25% Small Cap Blend
- 25% International Developed
- 25% Short Term Treasuries