Over the past twenty years we have witnessed the fast-paced development of various economies around the world, lifting millions out of poverty as well as generating a huge amount of wealth for investors. Whilst the emerging markets still provide unparalleled opportunities, we are entering a new phase which will test their resilience.
I am particularly interested and passionate about South-South cooperation especially with regard to trade and investment.
With U.S. interest rates expected to rise again this year, Trump continuing his anti trade rhetoric and commodity prices only just stabilising, the outlook for emerging markets is bleak.
Over the last 20 years, more than a billion people have been lifted out of absolute poverty, and thanks to global market liberalization, increased trade and investment in the developing world, there is great reason to think that the trend will continue.
My motivation for joining the LSE SU Emerging Markets forum stems, from my growing immersion in the financial markets. I really enjoy the interplay between qualitative research and the models and financial data.
My view is that emerging markets deserve our utmost attention and study, as these countries will be at the forefront of innovation, development and growth in the coming areas.
China’s emergence as a leading global economy and the international community’s response is one of the most profound economic developments since the industrial revolution.
Being a part of the millennial generation has allowed me to witness the innovative influence of the digital revolution on society. The dramatic growth of the Asian Tigers’ economies due to digital disruption has created so many opportunities for other emerging markets to develop, especially those in Southeast Asia.
Growing up in the UK and traveling to and from Iran, I quickly became aware of the vast differences in political systems and economic development. There is no straightforward explanation for the disparities between the two regions –
China’s economic growth has been remarkable. Its growth, like many other emerging economies, has been essential in lifting millions out of poverty and fuelling world economic expansion.