Emerging markets

Bombay Stock Exchange

Emerging markets can offer investors a roller coaster ride – the risk of political and economic turmoil means stock markets can be volatile. But they are also home to some of the world's fastest-growing companies and economies.

Recent articles (3)

Is Indonesia now the best bet in Asia?

(10 February 12)

Indonesia has bucked the trend of slowing Asian markets to record its fastest growth for 15 years. But can it last?

Which Asian markets look the cheapest?

(07 February 12)

Cris Sholto Heaton looks at the valuations of several emerging Asian markets, and finds the cheapest one to invest in now.

New York Stock Exchange trading floor

This stock market rally looks set to continue – but for how long?

(01 February 12)

Despite the depressed state of the global economy, stock markets have been rising strongly since October. Dominic Frisby looks at what's driving the rally, and how long it is likely to last.

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