# DIY Investment Solutions The 'InvestPlex' Investing Software Helps You Diversify Your Portfolio By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-12-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/investing-software References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/investplex) & [investplex](https://investplex.com) A growing number of consumers are taking their finances into their own hands rather than rely on big banks for help, which is seeing solutions like the 'InvestPlex' investing software gain traction. The platform works by allowing you to [manage your online portfolio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinvestview) and [diversify your investment portfolio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/investment-portfolio) on a global basis. This means you can get involved with new investments based on your specific criteria rather than having to do all the legwork yourself. The 'InvestPlex' investing software identifies how consumers are opting to [DIY their own finances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wealth-calculator) and keep a closer eye on their money rather than allowing a professional to handle all the work. This helps to creation a closer connection between a person and their financial standing to ensure they are staying agile. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Credit Crunch](https://www.trendhunter.com/creditcrunch) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Finance:** The trend of consumers taking control of their finances is creating opportunities for DIY finance solutions. - **Online Portfolio Management:** The growing popularity of online portfolio management platforms like 'InvestPlex' offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the investment sector. - **Global Investment Diversification:** The rise in demand for global investment options opens up opportunities for innovative tools that help individuals diversify their portfolios and access new markets. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fintech:** Fintech companies can capitalize on the DIY finance trend by developing user-friendly platforms for managing personal finances and investments. - **Investment Management:** The investment management industry can explore new approaches to engage and empower self-directed investors through digital platforms and tools. - **Technology:** Technology companies can develop innovative solutions to facilitate global investment diversification and streamline portfolio management processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Investment Automation Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/investment-automation-platform.md) - [Passive Investment Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-investment-platform.md) - [Investment Comparison Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upside-invest.md) - [Smart Portfolio Builders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portfoliogpt.md) - [Automated Investment Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aikido-finance.md) - [Responsible Investment Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/responsible-investment-platform.md) - [Custom Investment Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-investment-platforms.md) - [Couple Investment Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/couple-investment.md) - [Activism-Fostering Investment Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/investment-platforms.md)