This week's discussion thread ( and assignment)is mostly focused on Economic Indicators and Business cycle: By now you must have read few of the chapters in the book. Pick topics ( Econ indicators)

discussed Economic Indicators and Business cycle:  discuss via using research and providing examples and evidence based on research,  how do these parameters impact stock prices and bond prices.

Example of parameters; Interest rates, Unemployment, GDP, Oil prices, consumer confidence index, new housing related data, CPI (inflation) etc.

It is important that you can make the connection with  prior learning related to  Stocks ( Equity), Bonds, and diversification via Mutual funds and or ETFs. 

2 pages and references