please recommend a few long-term funds

Hi All,

I plan to purchase some mutual funds (a few tens of thousands dollars) this month and will put the money there for some period of time. I have pretty high tolerance in terms of risk. Would like to get some suggestions from you.

(1) Is it good time to enter the mutual fund market right now? or I should wait a little bit

(2) In your opinion, what categories are going to be most profitable in the next few years (REIT, ENERGY, Precise metal....?)

I appreciate your inputs