Saving & Investing

Overview

This chapter introduces the principles and practices of saving and investing for future financial goals. Students will learn about different savings vehicles, investment options, and the relationship between risk and return. We'll explore how markets work, the power of compound interest, and strategies for building wealth over time. Students will develop the knowledge needed to begin creating their own investment plans.

Topics Covered

• Savings account options
• Investment fundamentals
• Risk and return concepts
• Stock market basics
• Bonds and fixed income
• Mutual funds and ETFs
• Compound interest
• Dollar-cost averaging
• Indexed Funds