Join us for a comprehensive deep dive into the world of investing, defined as the commitment of resources with the expectation of gaining value over time. In this episode, we unpack the fundamental trade-off between risk and return, explaining why high-risk investments generally demand higher expected returns and how diversification can help protect a portfolio.

We trace the fascinating evolution of financial markets, starting with early credit regulations in the Code of Hammurabi and Roman banking, through the medieval merchant families of Italy, to the establishment of the world’s first stock exchange in Amsterdam and the origins of the NYSE under the Buttonwood Agreement.

Listeners will also learn about:

• Asset Classes: A breakdown of traditional investments like stocks, bonds, and real estate versus alterna ...