Financial Assets

Jacob Clifford introduces financial assets in Macroeconomics Unit 4, discussing the nature and functions of money, including commodity and fiat money. He explains the money supply, M1 and M2, and the concept of liquidity. The video also covers the differences between stocks and bonds, highlighting their roles in investment. Clifford concludes by emphasizing the inverse relationship between interest rates and bond prices, and suggests further study in finance for personal financial decisions.

What are the three functions of money as described in the text?

Explain the difference between commodity money and fiat money.

What are M1 and M2 in the context of money supply?

What is the significance of liquidity in relation to money and other assets?

How do stocks and bonds differ in terms of ownership and risk?

Describe the relationship between interest rates and bond prices.

What advice does the text give regarding personal finance and economics?