Direct equity investing requires a certain degree of expertise else it can lead to losses for investors. In such a case, you can opt for mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in which investment into a fund provides you access to several US stocks at one go.

You can straight up open an overseas trading account with a domestic brokerage that has tie-ups with US brokers. These foreign brokers act as intermediaries and execute the trades on your behalf in the foreign market. This makes the whole process of investing in a global market seamless and secure.

Stocks like oil, energy and gold are the best bet when investing in the US markets. The current volatility in the equity markets has seen increased investor participation in commodity markets along with crude oil and precious metals post the geopolitical tensions in Europe. These assets are safe haven for investors in comparison to risky assets and have seen a record hike in the month of March.

One can also invest in foreign equities by investing in mutual funds that invest in stocks listed on exchanges outside India. This is perhaps the easiest approach to investing in foreign stocks as it does not require opening an overseas trading account or even maintaining a hefty minimum deposit.

Government bonds are less risky and low-income yield securities that are best suited to investors looking for stable and secure growth in the markets. These bonds can be purchased either from a direct broker or through Exchange Traded Funds. Some government bonds come with special tax advantages making them attractive to conservative investors.