Concentration risk hits new record: What you need to know

Market Imbalance - Tech sector constitutes 35% of the S&P 500, marking a 50-year high [3] - Defensive sectors (staples, healthcare, utilities, and energy) represent only 19% of the S&P 500, a 35-year low [3] - Investors' exposure to tech stocks is at an all-time high [4] Alternative Investments - Investors are exploring alternatives like gold, Bitcoin, and cash to address the imbalance [4] - Cash offers a 4% return with no volatility [4] - Gold is exhibiting the best trend in the investable universe [4] - Crypto assets are attracting investors seeking exposure and potential uncorrelation with the tech sector [5] ETF Trends - Investors are increasingly allocating funds into alternative asset ETFs [5] - Leveraged ETFs and alternative investments are gaining attention [6]