QUESTION

Grace recently graduated from college with a degree in engineering and has begun working. She intends to begin her investment at a young age. However, the pandemic had a significant impact on the economies of ASEAN countries. She is unsure whether this is the best time to begin the investment given the state of the economy. She also has limited knowledge of investment options and the projected return on investment in the ASEAN market.

Required:

As a financial analyst, propose investment alternatives for Grace, particularly in the ASEAN market, as well as the expected minimum return based on real market data or information. Also, explain whether she should begin investing immediately or wait until the economy recovers.

(Total: 100 marks)