emerging markets

Why Buying an Emerging Markets ETF is a Bad Idea

Why Buying an Emerging Markets ETF is a Bad Idea

Last updated July 25th, 2023.   There are lots of investors who buy shares in an emerging markets ETF and incorrectly believe they've diversified internationally. Countless times, a client has told me they're "already investing in emerging markets!" because they...

Investing in Malaysia Property: The Ultimate Guide

Investing in Malaysia Property: The Ultimate Guide

Last updated July 1st, 2023.   Malaysia enjoys a strategic location alongside the Strait of Malacca - the world's busiest shipping lane. This helps its economy outperform based simply on where it’s located on the map. "Location, location, location" is true...

4 Facts About Indonesia E-Commerce: Best in ASEAN?

4 Facts About Indonesia E-Commerce: Best in ASEAN?

Last updated April 13th, 2019.   With the start of the ASEAN Economic Community, Southeast Asia's physical markets aren't the only ones getting a trade boost. The region's e-commerce scene is seeing greater cross-border trade as well. Indonesia is the rising star...

Can Asia’s Startups Outperform Silicon Valley?

Can Asia’s Startups Outperform Silicon Valley?

Last updated June 2nd, 2023.   Just about every investor is aware of the innovation coming out of Silicon Valley, which enjoys the top "brand name" out of any global tech hub. Startups in Asia arguably have greater untapped potential than anywhere else in the...

Philippine Economy Will Enjoy Huge Growth by 2030

Philippine Economy Will Enjoy Huge Growth by 2030

Last updated September 13th, 2018.   The Philippine economy will grow by a huge amount before 2030 and become one of Southeast Asia's largest. Meanwhile, a burgeoning middle class and strong industry are supporting optimism among both individual and corporate...

Thai Businesses Invest in Myanmar: Yet Risks Remain

Thai Businesses Invest in Myanmar: Yet Risks Remain

Last updated March 2nd, 2020.   Companies in Thailand are starting to invest in Myanmar once again as political fears subside. Thailand's total outward FDI into Myanmar’s emerging economy amounted to over US$15 billion last year. This amount is the second largest...