Countless times, clients have told us they're "already investing in emerging markets!" because they bought into a mass market ETF or mutual fund from Vanguard or iShares. Don't get us wrong: we aren't saying these emerging market ETFs won't go up in value over time or...
You'll find plenty of ways to invest in Asian markets. The sheer number of international investment options might leave some people confused; from buying real estate or stocks, to starting your own business. With that said, buying stocks is still the first method most...
Stocks in Asia are great way to diversify your portfolio internationally, and in the process, optimize the balance of risk and return. Home to 4.5 billion people and rising, Asia is the world’s largest continent in terms of both land size and population. One could say...
Recently, India officially became the most populous nation on the entire planet with over 1.4 billion inhabitants. Yet unofficially, India had already surpassed China in terms of population several years ago. A cursory glance would tell you that investing in India is...
As a global investor, you've perhaps heard the terms “frontier markets” and “emerging markets” plenty of times before. At a first glance, it might seem self-explanatory what these terms mean. Sure, it's common knowledge among investors that both frontier and emerging...
Last updated May 4th, 2025. More foreigners buy property in Thailand than any other country in Asia. Why is Thailand the most popular choice among real estate investors worldwide? There are a few solid reasons. Located in the heart of Southeast Asia, Thailand shares...
Last updated May 23rd, 2025. Foreigners are buying Turkish real estate more than ever. Home values in Istanbul are still among Asia’s lowest and the government is actively encouraging property investment. Is it possible these foreign investors are making a mistake...
Last updated January 13th, 2024. The term "emerging market" brings to mind a country with an outstanding economy growing quicker than most. Emerging markets are typically going through a phase of rapid urbanization, rising foreign investment, and improved...
Last updated November 15th, 2023. China is the world's largest exporter and manufacturer; it's much larger than its competitors by a wide margin. There's no surprise that the country usually comes to mind first when Asia's economic growth is mentioned. With...
Last updated April 29th, 2024. Despite the gloom and doom about Japan’s aging population and China’s property bubble, Asia isn't defined by only two countries. There are almost 50 jurisdictions on the world's largest continent - from Turkey, to Japan, and everything...