Every investor’s goal is to make as much money as possible by taking the least amount of risk in the stock market. Some investors have avoided investing in foreign stocks altogether because it is commonly perceived as a risky operation. While we may agree that there are risks associated with investing in foreign stocks, it may not be that risky after all if you weigh the pros and cons. In this article, I will list my reasons and you decide if it is about time for you to invest abroad (if you have not already done so).

1. Currency volatility does not mean you lose money

One Singapore dollar gave us 2.5 Malaysia ringgit two years ago. Today, the same dollar is worth 3.1 Malaysia ringgit. On currency exchange alone, Singaporeans who invested in Malaysian stocks saw their investment value drop by 19%. On the flip side, ......