Investing in international markets requires a strict combination of well-defined objectives, rigorous research process, and adequate diversification. Paul Ehrlichman, portfolio manager of the Legg Mason Global Currents International All Cap Opportunity Fund, scours the world to find companies of all sizes that have well anchored business franchise but are temporarily out of favor.

Whether taking local positions or investing globally, a thorough research process that scrutinizes one stock at a time is bound to add value to a portfolio. Christopher Arbuthnot, portfolio manager of the John Hancock Global Opportunities Fund, hunts for investment ideas in all corners of the world with a disciplined approach and a keen focus on near-term catalyst in place to unlock inherent value.