(Image credit: Getty Images) In recent years, portfolio construction conversations often centered on where returns might come from next. For the remainder of 2026, the starting point is shifting back toward a different question of how portfolios may behave if markets don't move as expected. That change reflects a broader reassessment of diversification and downside management, particularly after recent market shifts challenged long-standing assumptions. From just $107.88 $24.99 for Kiplinger Personal Finance Become a smarter, better informed investor. Subscribe from just $107.88 $24.99, plus get up to 4 Special Issues CLICK FOR FREE ISSUE Sign up for Kiplinger’s Free Newsletters Profit and prosper with the best of expert advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance and more - straight to your e-mail. Profit and prosper with the best of expert advice - straight to your e-mail. Take the 2022 market as an example.…