You've probably heard of the Dow Jones Industrial Index (DJINDICES: ^DJI). After all, it's one of the oldest stock market indexes, and its ups and downs are often quoted in news articles and television broadcasts.

Yet, I'm here to tell you that, as an investment vehicle, the Dow simply doesn't cut it.

So, let's explore an alternative that has performed better and offers superior diversification.

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