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Investors weigh alternatives as bonds face a five-year slump

The article notes that despite steady U.S. stock gains this year, bonds have continued to lag over the past five years, prompting demand for diversified options.

MarketWatch says U.S. stocks have continued rising this year, but bonds have not shaken off a five-year slump.

The outlet adds that the divergence has led some investors to look for alternative assets within diversified portfolios.

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