Quarterly Outlook
Macro Outlook: The US rate cut cycle has begun
Peter Garnry
Chief Investment Strategist
Saxo Group
When it comes to investing, it’s important to understand that you can invest in various types of products, also known as asset classes. An asset class is a group of instruments that share similar characteristics and behave in a similar manner. Different asset classes have varying return and risk profiles and examples of asset classes include cash & cash equivalents, stocks, bonds, commodities, and real estate.
In addition to the above, other asset classes include private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds. These investments are characterized by a lack of liquidity, very high risk, and the potential for high returns, making them suitable primarily for experienced investors with substantial means and a high tolerance for risk
See Table – Understanding Asset Classes.
Asset Classes | |
Cash and Cash Equivalents | Money earning interest |
Bonds | Loans to others |
Stocks | Ownership in companies |
Real Estate | Property investments |
Commodities | Real assets |
Private equity | Non-public ownership |
Venture capital | Non-public ownership |
Hedge funds | Diverse investment strategies |