diversify internationally

[dɪˈvɜːrsɪfaɪ ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəli]
verb phrase
diversificar internacionalmente
1. to expand a business, investment portfolio, or operations into multiple countries or international markets to reduce risk and increase growth opportunities
The company decided to diversify internationally by opening subsidiaries in Asia and Europe.
A empresa decidiu diversificar internacionalmente abrindo filiais na Ásia e Europa.
2. to spread investments or business activities across different geographical regions to minimize exposure to a single market
Smart investors diversify internationally to protect their wealth from currency fluctuations.
Investidores inteligentes diversificam internacionalmente para proteger sua riqueza de flutuações cambiais.
This term is central to modern business discourse in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. In Brazil's growing economy, diversifying internationally represents ambition and strategic growth, especially for companies in tech, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors. Portuguese companies, being part of the EU, often use this term when discussing expansion beyond European borders to emerging markets.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
expand globallyinternationalizespread operations abroadenter foreign marketsglobalize business
Antonyms / Antônimos
concentrate domesticallylocalize operationsfocus locallyconsolidate in one country

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
diversificar internacionalmente
Standard business and economic terminology used in financial reports and corporate communications
Portugal
diversificar internacionalmente
Same usage, though Portuguese companies may emphasize European Union markets specifically
Business Portuguese (general)
expandir-se globalmente / internacionalizar-se
Alternative formal expressions used in corporate contexts

Related Words

portfolio diversificationinternational expansionglobal strategycross-border investmentmarket penetrationgeopolitical risk

Related Idioms & Phrases

put all eggs in one basket (antonym concept)
spread the risk
go global
expand horizons
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