Emerging Markets

Our map reveals at a glance the hottest emerging markets of the past year, as determined by an algorithm incorporating economic growth, investment inflows and competitiveness. With data tables and Top 10 rankings across multiple vectors. 

Remittances are now a half-trillion dollar market and fintechs and technology companies are getting in on the action.

The slowdown in developed economies will be offset by growth in emerging markets says the IMF in its new World Economic Outlook.

Trade and tariff wars aren't the only things that threaten cross-border trade and investment.

The dollar remains strong but other currencies are strong too.

Nations compete for foreign direct investment.

Mining companies have traditionally avoided selling off future production in streaming contracts. That’s changing as investors pile in and terms improve.

Emerging markets are more vulnerable to external shocks of all kinds; the safest banks provide stability in volatile markets.

A few years ago Brent crude hit a low of $27 per barrel. Recently it topped $80. What are the macro consequences of higher prices?

The third installment of a Global Finance FAQ web series on Islamic finance.

Emerging market currencies and bonds are suffering from the Fed's decision to raise interest rates.

Wave of change sweeping Saudi Arabia finally hits the banking sector.

Given the continent’s large youth population, the future of banking is digital. But who will win the battle for clicks over bricks? The incumbent banks—or fintechs and telcos?

While economic growth in Mali shows promise, escalating violence is scaring off foreign investors.

China finds itself in a position to lead as the developing world begins to invest in renewable projects.

Political stability, a fast-growing economy and a sustained program of economic reforms are among the reasons for the feverish pace of takeover activity in the south Asian republic.

French Total, Italian ENI and Russian Novatek won Lebanon’s first tender for hydrocarbon exploration and production. Operations start in 2019 in two offshore blocks, including one disputed by Israel.

Bart van Ark, chief economist at The Conference Board, visited Global Finance to discuss the state of the global economy and the outlook for 2018 and beyond.

Cash-rich Kuwait, bolstered by a healthy banking sector, is taking steps to reduce dependence on petroleum and motivate entrepreneurs.

Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait’s CEO, Michel Accad, opens up about his country’s economic role in the Arab world and why the Gulf nation might never achieve all its lofty aspirations.