As a result, leveraged loans can offer portfolios some protection in a rising - rate environment. (fidelity.com)
During major stock - market corrections, shares of gold - mining stocks can provide portfolio protection by moving higher as the stock market slides. (thestreet.com)
Companies with the fundamental ability — and demonstrated willingness — to increase dividend payouts appear better positioned to offer portfolio protection than those with only high dividend yields. (blackrockblog.com)