Emerging markets

Invesco Trimark rolls out three new funds

Invesco Trimark has launched three new funds offering investors new ways to get exposure to the emerging markets and energy sector. The Invesco Emerging Markets Debt Fund invests primarily in local-currency-denominated debt issues of emerging market countries, an investment universe of over US$1 trillion. While most of these issues are rated as investment grade debt, […]

By Staff |January 12, 2011

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Global investing lowers risk

When it comes to investing in international equities, the forecast for 2011 finds a mix of challenges and opportunities on the horizon. Turmoil in Europe, and inflationary concerns in emerging markets may pose risks, but consumption spending and prudent companies offer a promising outlook.

By Diana Cawfield |January 11, 2011

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HSBC reaches emerging markets milestone

Passing US$100bn in assets under management, HSBC now stands among the world’s largest emerging markets businesses. At the end of September 2010, HSBC was managing US$103bn in emerging markets assets and emerging markets represented almost a quarter of HSBC’s total AUM. John Flint, chief executive, HSBC Global Asset Management, attributed this success to proven investment […]

By Staff |December 13, 2010

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Emerging markets – Have you missed the boat?

While they’re clearly too big to ignore, the momentum of emerging markets may be starting to roll over. At least, that’s what Paul Ehrichman, head of Global Equity for Global Currents Investment Management suggested in his keynote address at Legg Mason’s Rethink 2010 Investment Symposium. While BRIC nations such as China and India are being […]

By Nancy Turner |November 5, 2010

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