Tag "Emerging Markets"
China’s road to recovery brings emerging market turmoil
Following the decision of China’s government to trim interest rates and adjust the requisites of bank reserves for commercial banks, we are starting to see some improvement from the 20% loss in
Greece crisis poses risks to an already-slow global economic recovery
The situation in Greece is complicated. Countries all around the world are starting to worry about the possible consequences of the Greeks falling outside of the euro. On the other side
Weekly Risk Outlook
Chinese Premier Keqiang plans tour to South America. Indian PM Modi prepares a visit to South Korea to discuss ties. The US Treasury Department considers market risks. Nigeria sets interest
Where to invest in 2015 in Asian emerging markets
We are at crossroads of diverging monetary policies. GRI’s analyst Tanya Rawat breaks down what this means for investment in emerging markets (EM) in Asia. The U.S. gets ready to
2015 outlook for core Africa markets positive, says Malick Badjie
GRI sat down with Malick Badjie, director and head of Investment Solutions at Silk Invest, to discuss investment outlook in core African markets for 2015 and beyond. In 2008 when the global recession rocked
Why do low risk premia persist despite global turmoil?
Low risk premia for emerging market assets are persistent. Yet, the world is awash with turmoil and uncertainty. How do we explain this seeming contradiction? The Bank of International Settlements (BIS)
Investors underestimating risk in emerging market stocks
Despite political turmoil, investors remain bullish on emerging market equities. Is this because of improved understanding of risk, or complete misunderstanding? When the ‘taper tantrum’ hit for a second time
5 ways inflation is defining the 2014 economy
Inflation, or lack thereof, is an important global economic indicator. Whether it is Sweden or Brazil, central bankers or policymakers, here’s a look at why inflation is so influential. 1. Europe, Japan,
Why emerging market leaders should read Thomas Piketty
Thomas Piketty brought the debate over wealth inequality into the limelight in the US and Europe, but it could have an even larger impact on emerging and frontier markets. Six
Part IV of IV: Nigeria’s failed attempt at subsidy reform
This final part in the GRI Series on energy subsidies examines Nigeria’s attempt at reform, and why it went wrong. Gradual adjustment and decision transparency are key elements of success.
