Alack of enthusiasm for domestic investments in the current economic situation may force some to search abroad for higher returns. But foreign stock purchases can be complicated due to currency conversions, the lack of financial reports from foreign companies, and non-existent listings in American exchanges. They also present certain unique risks, which could result in greater share price volatility, such as political and economic changes. Moreover, they require careful research and planning than most domestic securities, but the extra effort may prove to be worthwhile.
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