Proper diversification will add an extra layer of protection for an investor's portfolio when unforeseen events such as financial crises, oil spills and lawsuits affect otherwise stable and profitable dividend paying stocks. (dividendstockanalysis.com)
There is also a feeling that the environment for investing in these currencies could improve as many expect new regulation to be introduced providing greater protection for investors, for example. (citigatedewerogerson.com)
This provides inflation protection for investors as while they may be paying more for bread at the grocery store, they should also be receiving larger dividend payments to offset this cost. (getrichbrothers.com)