1. How do I begin learning financial markets with no prior exposure?

Start by understanding the purpose of financial markets—asset trading like stocks, bonds, commodities, and their role in capital allocation
Learn key market concepts: equities, bonds, derivatives, investment banking, market history, and financial crises.
Choose structured, beginner-friendly courses with clear modules—Yale’s, for example, covers basics like insurance, CAPM, behavioral finance, and more.
Use courses that combine video lectures with assignments and quizzes to reinforce learning.
Explore supplementary sources like Investopedia for clear definitions and overviews of financial terminology and instruments