How to make diversification work with equities and bonds

Just a year ago, people were asking the question, 'Is the 60:40 portfolio dead?'.

But with inflation soaring, and central banks working hard to keep inflation in check through raising rates, yields on bonds have become very attractive.

But how should clients' portfolios be structured to take advantage of both equities and bonds? 

True, every client is different and bespoke approaches and regular reviews should be carried out to make sure clients' investments remain on track.

But what sensible strategies can be put in place now to help clients make the most of both equities and bonds, and what sort of diversification methods ought to be employed on portfolios?

This CPD feature, which can be read by clicking the link in the image, above, aims to explain some useful rules of thumb to put in place when it comes to diversification and understanding the role that both fixed income and equities play within a portfolio.