Chapter 1 : Assigning the Various Markets for Investment

Stock Market

• Equities: Blue-chip, growth, and dividend stocks


• Stock indices: KLCI, S&P 500, Nasdaq


• Risks and returns: Volatility vs. long-term growth

Bond Market

• Government bonds (Malaysia Government Securities, Sukuk)


• Corporate bonds: High-yield vs. investment-grade


• Understanding yields, interest rates, and maturity

Real Estate Market

• Rental properties: Residential vs. commercial


• Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)


• Flipping properties vs. long-term leasing

Commodities Market

• Precious metals: Gold, silver, platinum


• Energy: Oil, gas, and renewable resources


• Agricultural products: Palm oil, rubber, and others

Money Market

• Fixed deposits (FD) and savings accounts


• Treasury bills (T-bills)


• Certificates of deposit (CDs)

Alternative Investments

• Cryptocurrency: Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.


• Private equity and venture capital


• Collectibles: Art, wine, and rare coins

Foreign Exchange (Forex) Market

• Currency pairs and trading strategies


• Factors affecting exchange rates


• Risks of leveraging in forex trading

Mutual Funds & ETFs

• Index funds and actively managed funds


• Benefits of diversification


• Expense ratios and fund performance