The head of VTB broker explained what an ideal portfolio should look like.

      May 18, 2026 17:59 Economy The main principle of portfolio construction is diversification, where the portfolio contains different asset classes, said Andrey Yatskov, head of the brokerage services department at VTB, speaking at the bank's Investor Day in Moscow. "There is no ideal portfolio without considering the goals, timelines, and risk profile of the specific client. If we talk about the general principles of portfolio construction, it is a diversified portfolio that includes several asset classes," Yatskov said. Among the most promising assets right now, he named government bonds and shares of IT and financial companies, as well as shares of companies with high dividends. "If we talk about proportions and additional assets that can be added to this portfolio, it is certainly gold, as one of the defensive assets. Besides long-term government ruble bonds, there are also bonds denominated in foreign currency," noted the head of the brokerage. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and timely information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+