Should You Add an International ETF to Your Portfolio in 2026?

The article recommends adding the Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS) to portfolios as a diversification tool. VXUS holds 8,755 stocks across non-U.S. regions and offers a 2.6% dividend yield, more than double the S&P 500's yield. While not expected to outperform U.S. markets long-term, it provides a hedge against U.S. concentration and can support portfolios during U.S. market downturns.