Mark is a financial analyst at a wealth management firm. He is currently developing an asset allocation strategy for a moderate-risk investor who is 40 years old and plans to retire in 25 years. The investor's current portfolio consists of 60% equities and 40% fixed income. Given the long-term investment horizon and the investor's moderate risk profile, Mark is considering several factors before finalizing the allocation.
Specifically, he is evaluating the benefits of maintaining a balanced approach to asset allocation while also accounting for changes in market conditions and the investor's risk tolerance over time.