Investment Adventures in Emerging Markets

A New APAC Trading Partnership
Asia

A New APAC Trading Partnership

Franklin Templeton Emerging Markets Equity Portfolio Manager Andrew Ness says the new Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership stands in contrast to the recent deglobalization trend.

China 2021 Outlook: Pandemic Fuels Momentum for De-Globalization, What’s Next?
Asia

China 2021 Outlook: Pandemic Fuels Momentum for De-Globalization, What’s Next?

How might China’s health care story unfold in 2021 and beyond? Read Chetan Sehgal and Michael Lai’s outlook here.

US 2020 Election Investment Pulse: Resilience and Vulnerability in Emerging Markets
Asia

US 2020 Election Investment Pulse: Resilience and Vulnerability in Emerging Markets

The US elections have implications for emerging markets in the area of global trade relations in particular, but for investors, it’s important to look at countries and companies individually within the asset class, according to Portfolio Manager Andrew Ness. He joins our Head of Equities Stephen Dover to discuss how emerging markets are navigating today’s challenges—including the COVID-19 pandemic—and note they are home to some of the most innovative and resilient companies in the world.

Optimism in Asia Drives Emerging Market Outperformance in October
Asia

Optimism in Asia Drives Emerging Market Outperformance in October

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, emerging markets have shown a continued appetite for structural reforms that could lay the foundation for lasting economic recoveries, according to our Emerging Markets Equity team. Here are some highlights of news and events driving emerging markets during the month of October, and where the team sees opportunities today.

Small But Mighty—Emerging Market Trends on the Cutting Edge of Change
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Small But Mighty—Emerging Market Trends on the Cutting Edge of Change

Small companies can lead to mighty investment opportunities. Here’s a look at why our emerging markets equity team is excited about smaller companies today.