MoneyWeek Basics Latest What is an index? Beginners' Guides Funds that set out to match the performance of a given index are popular with investors. But what exactly makes up an index? John Stepek explains. Beginners' Guides Which investments are safer, and which are more risky? Beginners' Guides John Stepek gives a brief rundown of the risks involved in the main investment asset classes, and how to avoid losing all your money. By John Stepek Published 2 August 12 Beginners' Guides 1 2