RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Why Non-U.S. Investing is Essential, not Optional JF The Journal of Investing FD Institutional Investor Journals SP 7 OP 11 DO 10.3905/joi.2004.450749 VO 13 IS 4 A1 Lawrence S Speidell YR 2004 UL https://pm-research.com/content/13/4/7.abstract AB Since the 1980s, international investing has had its ups and downs. With the collapse of the Japanese market, beginning in 1989, and the rise of the dollar, beginning in 1995, international investors have been disappointed. Some investors and their consultants have recently advocated reducing international weights. A fresh look at the international opportunity focuses on the four key factors of performance, valuation, risk, and globalization.