This document provides an introduction to investments, including definitions, objectives of investment, types of investments, and characteristics of investments. It defines investment as committing funds with the goal of deriving future income or appreciation. The main objectives are future consumption, hedging against inflation, and compensation for sacrifice, inflation, and risk. Investments are categorized as growth investments like shares and property, which aim for capital appreciation, and defensive investments like cash and fixed interest, which prioritize income stability and safety of principal.