Discussion Post: Finance- Investment
• Identify and explain the concept of Investment and Financial markets.
• Highlight the difference between financial and real assets. Explain the major categories of financial information that are available to investors.
• Explain the functions of the financial markets and highlight the role that the investment banker plays in the distribution of securities.
• Explain the phases of the industry life cycle and relate dividend policy to the life cycle.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.