Rick recently received $15000 for the movie rights to his new book. He has always been interested

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Rick recently received $15000 for the movie rights to his new book. He has always been interested in investing, but until now lacked sufficient resources. Rick has followed several telecommunications stocks over the past year. The share prices have fluctuated dramatically, but Rick is definitely interested in this type of stock. He feels that telecommunication companies offer great possibilities. When you asked Rick whether he was comfortable with the risk associated with such an investment, he indicated that he was if superior returns could be obtained. Given the fact that Rick has only $15 000 to invest, explain why he should consider investing in mutual funds rather than individual stocks. Instead of mutual funds, should he consider ETFs? Explain. What type(s) of equity mutual fund(s) would you recommend Rick invest in? Why?

Stocks
Stocks or shares are generally equity instruments that provide the largest source of raising funds in any public or private listed company's. The instruments are issued on a stock exchange from where a large number of general public who are willing...
Mutual Funds
Mutual funds are like a pool of funds gathered by different small investors that have simalar investment perspective about returns on their investments. These funds are managed by professional investment managers who act smartly on behalf of the...
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Personal Finance

ISBN: 978-0134724713

4th Canadian edition

Authors: Jeff Madura, Hardeep Singh Gill

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