In a strong warning to investors, the Chief Executive Officer of deVere Group, Mr Nigel Green, has advised global investors, especially those heavily invested in the United States, to urgently diversify their portfolios across various international markets. He says the time for global diversification is now—not later.
Mr Green explained that the current economic signals from the US market are worrying, with rising inflation risks, slower economic growth, weakening labour market conditions, and intensifying global trade tensions. According to him, all these signs point to a possible market correction, which could come suddenly and hit investors who fail to prepare.
“Those who wait for confirmation will miss the opportunity to protect gains and capture global upside,” he warned. “Global exposure is no longer optional, it’s essential.”
He said deVere Group, one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory firms, is now working with clients to reduce their overexposure to the US market and redirect investments to more stable, high-potential economies across the world.
Mr Green pointed to Singapore as a top destination, saying its economic fundamentals remain strong. The Straits Times Index (STI), Singapore’s benchmark stock index, has risen by nearly 5% in the past month. He credited this performance to the country’s steady exports, strong services demand, and continued confidence in its financial system.
“Inflation in Singapore is under control, and business confidence is holding up,” he noted, stressing that these are signs of a reliable and growth-driven market.
He also highlighted Europe’s renewed attractiveness to global investors. In Germany, the DAX index has seen a gain of more than 3% as the country’s industrial production improves and recession fears reduce.
In the United Kingdom, the FTSE 100 index continues to attract foreign capital, especially from investors looking for income through dividend-yielding stocks. Mr Green observed that European policymakers appear to be maintaining a steadier economic policy stance, despite ongoing global market volatility.
“The time for global diversification isn’t after the correction. It’s before it,” Mr Green reiterated.
He emphasised that diversification is not just about managing risk anymore—it is now a strategy for seizing new opportunities.
“This is a strategic realignment. We’re identifying opportunities where the economic fundamentals make sense. These include parts of Asia, selective sectors in Europe, and emerging markets with strong policy discipline and favourable demographic trends,” he explained.
According to Mr Green, investors who continue to believe in the so-called ‘US market exceptionalism’ may be making a costly mistake. He noted that the illusion of the US being untouchable economically is fading fast in the face of real data and shifting global power.
He cautioned that should the anticipated correction hit, it might come suddenly and leave many unprepared. “The signs are already here for anyone who’s looking,” he said.
The deVere boss made it clear that the current investment climate requires bold but smart action. With volatility rising and economic warning signs becoming more obvious, he believes that waiting too long could cost investors more than they imagine.
Mr Green’s remarks come at a time when international financial analysts are increasingly advising investors to look beyond traditional markets. Many financial experts have argued that investors must now consider countries and regions that were once overlooked but now present new growth potential.
The push for diversification also highlights gaps in how many investment portfolios are currently structured, with a large share still allocated to the US.
As part of its efforts, deVere Group is guiding clients to adopt a more global outlook, advising them to explore opportunities in countries that offer a combination of political stability, economic reform, low inflation, and young growing populations—features commonly found in select African and Southeast Asian nations.
With the global economy undergoing a major transformation and financial power becoming more spread out, Mr Green’s message is loud and clear: investing globally is no longer a luxury or a strategy for the wealthy—it is now a necessity for everyone who wants to grow and protect their wealth in today’s world.
