Glide Path
InvestingThe gradual shift from aggressive to conservative asset allocation in a target-date fund as the target date approaches.
Example
Example: Consider an investor building a $100,000 portfolio. Glide Path — the gradual shift from aggressive to conservative asset allocation in a target-date fund — directly affects investment strategy and long-term returns. Getting this concept right can mean tens of thousands of dollars in difference over a 20-year period. Model your portfolio with our investment calculator.