Overview: For this short paper, due in Module Two, you will examine international markets and the risk/reward benefits of holding foreign securities in an investment portfolio. You will identify the modern portfolio theory (MPT) concepts that lend support to investing in foreign markets.

Prompt: Then, in a 1- to 2-page short paper, address the following critical elements:

From a practical standpoint, how do international markets differ from domestic markets?

• What role do international securities play in a corporate portfolio?
• In what ways do investors quantify the risk levels between domestic and foreign securities?
• What asset allocation strategies and weightings would you consider when investing in international securities? Explain your reasoning.

Support your responses by referring to the text, websites, and other course information. Be sure to address how you will align your knowledge of international investing in your final Investments Analysis Report.

Rubric Guidelines for Submission: The short paper should follow these formatting guidelines: 1-2 pages in length, double spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, one-inch margins, and citations in APA style.