Emerging Markets

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Emerging-Market Bonds Are Looking Riskier By the Day

Certain segments of the emerging bond markets have compelling long-term potential, but low yields on government and corporate debt means that investors are no longer being paid for the risks. More 

Vanguard’s Emerging Market Bond Fund: Better Late than Never?

The broader benefits of having emerging-market debt exposure are myriad, so it's no surprise Vanguard's getting into the game. But we'll have to wait to get a feel for how its new products compare to the competition. More 

Stronger Dollar Spells Bad News for Stocks, Oil & Gold

The dollar has risen sharply in the year to date, causing much concern for investors. Oil and gold stocks are in particular danger. More 

3 Ways to Put Your Money to Work Right Now

Bottom line: Trim your stock allocation, and buy only defensive names that are genuinely undervalued. More 

Where Are the World’s Best Market Returns?

So far this year, Ghana has rocketed to eye-popping returns. Of course, there are other promising -- and a bit more developed -- markets out there too. More 

PriceSmart Will Be Perfect Once It’s Cheaper

Costco's Latin American spinoff PriceSmart just posted very impressive Q2 earnings. But is now the right time to buy? More 

The Next Great Emerging Market: Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa is abundantly rich in commodities and looks to be a hotbed for consumer spending thanks to a demographic boom. The only problem: Few ways to invest. More