Market volatility can unsettle investors in any given year, but considering longer time frames reduces the impact of those stressful years. Staying diversified and focused on the long-term, along with including private investments, helps achieve solid returns and maintain peace of mind. Quick Take: Market highs and lows have historically evened out over the long term, particularly if you were invested in a diversified portfolio. Adding a private markets allocation may enhance returns over time while reducing the impact of downturns on the overall portfolio. 1. Equity is representative of the S&P 500® Index, Fixed Income is representative of the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, and Private Markets is representative of 50% Preqin Private Equity Index and 50% Preqin Private Credit Index. Sources: FactSet, Preqin. As of June 30, 2025. Performance represents a rolling 1-, 3-, 5-, and 10-year window with a quarterly moving step, beginning March 31, 2005. Please note that these Diversified Portfolios are not investable products and the performance information of the Diversified Portfolios shown are not those of any AMG funds, strategies, or other investment products. Please refer to the table on the last page for portfolio allocations. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Get the Latest Download the Guide Our complete guide for investment success Contact Us Advisors: 800.368.4410 Questions: clientservice@amg.com Share This Page IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Bloomberg U.S. Corporate High Yield Bond Index (Representing U.S. High Yield Bonds) is a total return performance benchmark for fixed income securities having a maximum quality rating of Ba1 (as determined by Moody’s Investors Service). Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index (representing Investment Grade Bonds): The Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index is an index of the U.S. investment-grade fixed-rate bond market, including both government and corporate bonds. The Bloomberg U.S. Municipal Bond Index (representing Muni Bonds) is a broad-based benchmark that measures the investment grade, U.S. Dollar-denominated, fixed tax-exempt bond market. The Index includes state and local general obligation, revenue, insured, and pre-refunded bonds. MSCI World Index ex USA (representing Foreign Developed Equity): The MSCI World ex USA Index captures large and mid cap representation across 22 of 23 developed markets countries—excluding the United States. With 1,021 constituents, the Index covers approximately 85% of the free float-adjusted market capitalization in each country. The MSCI Emerging Markets Index (representing Emerging Markets) is a free float-adjusted market capitalization index that is designed to measure equity market performance of Emerging Markets. Please go to msci.com for the most current list of countries represented by the Index. The Russell 2000® Index (representing U.S. Small Cap Equity) measures the performance of approximately 2,000 small-cap companies in the Russell 3000® Index, which is made up of 3,000 of the biggest U.S. stocks. The Russell 2000® serves as a benchmark for small-cap stocks in the United States. Please go to msci.com for the most current list of countries represented by the Index. The S&P 500® Index (representing U.S. Large Cap Equity) is a capitalization-weighted index of 500 stocks. The S&P 500® Index is designed to measure performance of the broad domestic economy through changes in the aggregate market value of 500 stocks representing all major industries. The Preqin Private Equity Index ex. VC captures in an index the return earned by investors on average in their private equity portfolios, based on the actual amount of money invested in private capital partnerships (inception date: December 2000). The Preqin Private Credit Index captures in an index the return earned by investors on average in their private credit portfolios, based on the actual amount of money invested in private capital partnerships (inception date: December 2000). The indices are unmanaged, are not available for investment, and do not incur expenses. AMG Distributors, Inc., a member of FINRA/SIPC. Past performance does not guarantee future results. There is no guarantee any of these trends will continue. Investing involves risk. It does not constitute investment advice or an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any security and is subject to change at any time due to changes in market or economic conditions. The comments should not be construed as a recommendation of individual holdings or market sectors, but as an illustration of broader themes. All data referenced are from sources deemed to be reliable but cannot be guaranteed as to accuracy or completeness. Information or opinions expressed herein are general and educational in nature and have been provided for information purposes only. Neither the information nor opinions expressed constitute investment advice and are not intended, nor should be considered, as an endorsement of any specific investment strategy. The information and opinions contained herein are current as of the date published and are subject to change without notice. Information has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy, completeness, and interpretation are not guaranteed. Private Markets investments are often speculative, typically have higher fees than traditional investments, often include a high degree of risk, and are suitable only for eligible, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time. They may be highly illiquid and can engage in leverage and other speculative practices that may increase volatility and risk of loss. AMG Funds LLC cannot guarantee that the information herein is accurate, complete, or timely. AMG Funds LLC makes no warranties with regard to such information or results obtained by its use and disclaims any liability arising out of your use of, or any reliance on, such information. See wealth.amg.com for additional disclosures, our privacy policy, and terms of use. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against a loss in declining markets. Investments in debt securities are subject to credit and interest rate risk. An increase in interest rates typically causes the value of bonds and other fixed income securities to fall. High-yield bonds (also known as “junk bonds”) are subject to additional risks such as the risk of default. Factors unique to the municipal bond market may negatively affect the value in municipal bonds. Investments in international securities are subject to certain risks of overseas investing including currency fluctuations and changes in political and economic conditions, which could result in significant market fluctuations. These risks are magnified in Emerging Markets. Investments in Emerging Markets are subject to risks such as erratic earnings patterns, economic and political instability, changing exchange controls, limitations on repatriation of foreign capital, and changes in local governmental attitudes toward private investment, possibly leading to nationalization or confiscation of investor assets. Investments in small-capitalization companies are subject to greater price volatility, lower trading volume, and less liquidity than investing in larger, more established companies. Market prices of investments may fall rapidly or unpredictably due to a variety of economic or political factors, market conditions, disasters or public health issues, or in response to events that affect particular industries or companies. Private Markets investments are speculative, subject to high return volatility, and involve a high degree of risk including, but not limited to, the risks associated with leverage, derivative instruments such as options and futures, distressed securities, may be illiquid on a long-term basis, and short sales. There can be no assurance that these types of strategies will achieve their objectives or avoid substantial losses. Private Markets Investments may also be subject to significant fees and expenses. Any discrepancies between the totals and sum of individual allocations are due to rounding.
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