Asset Classes

Have you heard that there are other assets besides stocks, such as bonds, money market instruments, commodities and currencies? Investment success often starts with a simple knowledge: understanding what each asset class is, what risks and opportunities it offers. Welcome to this online module on asset classes. The goal of this module is to create a general understanding of the main financial asset classes: money market, bonds, stocks, alternative investments. By the end of the course, you will be able to independently understand the nature, characteristics and risks of each of them.
  1. Introduction
  2. Money market
  3. Bonds
  4. Equities
  5. Other asset classes
  6. Summary
  7. Disclaimer
  8. Test your knowledge!
Duration: 15 min Last update: March 2024