8 Popular Alternative Investments Ideas And Examples

With the stock market down almost 10% this year, more and more investors are looking for alternative investments outside of stocks and bonds.

Diversifying an investment portfolio means not putting all your investment dollars into the same asset. 

Some people view a few dozen individual stocks as a diverse investment portfolio. Others want to buy broad-based index funds that represent entire stock markets. And others want bonds, stocks, and cash to keep their portfolio from having too much volatility.

However, diversification can go beyond typical financial assets. Some investors may turn towards alternative investments to augment their portfolios.

Although "alternative investments" are often described as a single group by financial advisors, this asset class represents a diverse array of investment opportunities. But which alternative investments are most popular? Keep reading to find out!