Emerging Markets
Back to homepageLow debt, high growth – Opportunities in emerging markets 1
Although results were disappointing for many developing nations in 2011, they could well post strong performances this year. But for clients who are attracted by the opportunities in emerging markets, experts who manage investments in these regions suggest Latin America,
Read MorePoised for gains with growth in emerging markets 1
Robust consumer demand and sustained global demand for natural resources will underpin growth in emerging markets this year. In particular, growth in India and China will be a tonic for commodities-producing emerging countries. Non-Asian emerging markets are poised for another
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Emerging markets: Non-Asian economies to grow
Rising demand for natural resources and consumer goods will fuel expansion One investment sec-tor that holds much promise for 2010 is emerging markets. While the outlook for some of the world’s largest economies, such as the U.S., Japan and Germany,
Read MoreDirection of developing economies uncertain 3
The credit crisis plaguing much of the developed world is also leaving its mark on developing economies. With the global financial system expected to remain under stress for much of 2009, there is little consensus for clients who are looking to
Read MoreWant growth? Look to emerging markets 3
Data show that emerging markets have outperformed their developed counterparts in the past five- and 10-year periods The conventional view that clients who are focused on long-term growth should choose developed markets over emerging markets if they are to obtain
Read MoreEmerging Markets Outlook 2008 – Strong commodity prices expected to support growth 0
Fueled by strong domestic consumption, robust exports and continued strength in commodity prices, the emerging markets outlook in 2008 for economies in Latin America, Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa is for healthy average growth of 4%. That should
Read MoreAsian economic powers coming under increasing scrutiny 2
Although Asian economic powers China and India are expected to fuel Asia’s secular bull market, the sustainability of their performance is coming under increasing scrutiny. India is continuing to surprise, while China’s bull market may be on the verge of
Read MoreAsia set to play an important role in the global economy 2
Ten years later, certain countries’ economies are now more sophisticated, flexible, innovative and open Ten years after the Asian financial crisis sent shock waves rippling through global financial markets, the region has emerged stronger than ever and is set to
Read MoreSouth African economy is surging 1
Africa’s economic powerhouse doesn’t fit the emerging markets mould. South Africa is considered to be a promising emerging market — even though its highly developed economic infrastructure is characterized by first-world attributes and its stock exchange is among the world’s
Read MoreVietnam expected to be the next Asian tiger 2
Despite concerns about corruption, bureaucracy and a weak legal framework, Vietnam’s growth is based on sound fundamentals Vietnam is regarded as the next Asian tiger in the making. In some circles, it is seen as the most exciting investment alternative
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