Write about topic or current event that applies to the content in the current unit/module. This may be acurrent eventthat exemplifies or applies to the chapter concept(s), or a narrative written piece that relates to the unit concepts.You must have at least one reputable outside source for your written piece (in addition to the textbook). Examples of acceptable sources are Barrons, The Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger, Investopedia, cnnmoney.com, cnbc.com. The source should be current (from the last six months). The article/source is the catalyst for your critical written piece. This is not an assignment where you simply report on an article or current event. You should engage in critical thinking, as the article/source is used to substantiate your point(s). You may choose the topic, but it needs to pertain to a relevant topic from one of the chapters that we are covering in the current unit/module.

If you are at a loss for a topic, the following are some key topics that you could use for this units (modules) written piece:

The pros and cons of a particular asset class in todays environment (ie...common stock, preferred stock, bonds).

The pros and cons of real asset holdings in todays environment. (ie...tangible assets such as real estate).

Achieving a balance in a diversified portfolio of risk and reward in todays environment.

The dynamics and structure of the commonly used indexes in the U.S. and world markets. (ie...market cap weighted indexes such as the SP500 versus price weighted indexes such as the Dow Jones)