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Are there mutual funds where I can invest in emerging markets? I'm tired of having meager returns from my dow based mutual funds. Are there any mutual funds where I can invest in emerging markets (ie China, Brazil, Dubai)?

where to invest in emerging markets? I'd like to place an investment in emerging markets. rather than investing in them directly, i'd feel more confident about an investment in u.s.- or europe-based companies with heavy exposure to the bric economies. any suggestions about mutual funds or etfs that would give me that kind of exposure?

When is the best time to invest in an emerging markets index fund like PRMSX? Now? 3 - 6 months? Further down the road than that? Thanks for your help!

Should I invest in emerging markets fund (China and Latin America) in my 401K for the long term? I'm in my mid-thirties...

Should I invest in emerging markets? Hi, I have about $10,000 in an Australian Listed Investment Comapany (AFI), and another $10,000 in a listed property tracker fund (SLF). I've saved up another $5,000 and want to invest it. In your opinion, should I put it in the existing fund, or put it in a tracker fund for emerging markets? Emerging market funds are a fair bit more volatile, but I suspect that returns could be a lot higher. My investment goals are for the medium term. I'm not going to go to a financial planner because I think the cost would outweigh the benefits for this investment amount. Thanks, André

Is it time to invest in emerging markets...specifically in Latin America? Will these markets ever become hot again like they were in the first quarter of this year? Looking for a time to buy back in but not sure. Opinions? Please...serious intelligent answers only. Thanks in advance..

What factors may affect international correlation when investing in Emerging markets? One of the reasons for investing in Emerging Markets is their low correlation with developed markets. What factors may affect international correlations?

I want to invest in blue chip stocks of emerging market countries to get better return than indian markets,? I am investing in stocks in India till now,but as you know, the stocks of countries which are developing faster than india also have huge potentiality of giving better returns,i have approximately Rs 10,00,000/ to invest Some one please advise me how to do it and get best returns with least of risk.

I'm looking to invest in emerging markets. Which are the best emerging market stocks?

Is Now A Good Time To Invest In Emerging Markets?

What are the best ways in investing in emerging markets? What should I invest in? Currencies,mutual funds,multi-national companies;ect Good point Dr. Jim How about Bonds?

why is investing in emerging markets risky? Investing in emerging markets such as China and Brazil is hot right now. The rates of return can be upwards of 30 percent or more? Why is investing in emerging markets risky? Why is investing in countries that have developed economies (i.e. Japan, Great Britian) with a long-run track record less risky?

What are the best emerging market funds to invest in at the present time? I'm a guy exhausted by working with gang members in London and wanting to take a sabbatical - so decided to invest 7k in emerging market funds to see if I can fund a year off to rest! Which emerging market funds are performing well and could turn 7k into enough to live on for a year or so? Uhem, I'm serious!

How much to invest in foreign/emerging markets? With the recent decline of the dollar and the strong growth of emerging markets like China/India/Brazil, does it make sense to move most of my 401k into foreign/emerging market funds? I currently have 24% of my balance in these funds.. what % should I increase it to? Also I read that for the same reason it is better to invest in large cap rather than small cap as large cap companies are MNCs who are able to take advantage of these emerging markets. Is this true? I have 13.5% small cap and 14.5% large cap right now.. should I change those %s? I am 26 and an aggressive investor.

If I'm a small time investor, but I see hope in some specific emerging markets, how do I invest? Specifically, one country. I've visited morningstar.com and can't find any funds that are geared towards the region I think will prosper. How do I invest?

Would you invest in an energy fund or emerging markets fund? just wondering...

I'm looking to invest in a few of funds: Jupiter's Asian Fund, China Fund and Emerging Markets? What are your opinions on them? Do you have any suggestions? I am looking to invest about £7k to start off with, £2k in two and £3k in one, and plan to invest for 5 years and hope for a good return! Thank you.

How can I start investing into hedge funds and into emerging markets funds.? Hedge funds and emerging masrkets funds are booming these days, how can i start investing my money into these markets and funds.

Would it be wise to invest in the emerging market? When the economy rebounds, the emerging market like russia, china and brazil will become growth nation. the stocks are relatively cheap. what do you think?

I want to invest in an index/etf tracking emerging markets and another for commodities, so..? which ones are the biggest and track the emerging markets and commodities best, and what is their symbol? thanks

i am intrested to invest in foregen stock markets what can i do for invest.? i am an indian im am invest in indian stock market for a long time now i am intrested in invest emerging foregen markets.what can i do for invest.

How the risk of interest rate can be managed or diversified when investing in emerging market? fidelity invest a large pool of their portfolio in emerging markets, how it can manage thr risk of interest rate, bcoz economy of emerging market like india, china, brazil ans latin american countries are higly volatile. so how a company can diversify the risk of unstable interest rate.

Are "Emerging Markets Funds" a good fund to invest in? They have been doing +33% 1yr and +33.5 5yr

Is it ok if I take my Bush rebate and invest it in emerging market stocks overseas? my friend who is a broker says thats where the good investments are cause thats where a lot of american money is being invested in capital investments by american corporations.

Should I invest on emerging market? I am trying to see what is the better fund to invest on my 401K? Russell Large Cap Value Index S&P 500 Index International Index Russel Large Cap Growth Index Russell Small Cap Index Fund Emerging market Fund Thanks

Investing in Frontier & Emerging Markets: How? I'm interested in investing some money in frontier markets (mainly Africa) and emerging markets (mainly South America & Eastern Europe) Any suggestions as to how/products/experience/good-bad idea etc Thanks!

When approaching emerging markets, do you prefer growth or value countries? Without regard to individual companies, on the macro, no two emerging markets are alike. That being so, in general (i.e. regardless of size, population, GDP), when you are looking for a country in which to invest, do you prefer countries that have a more established market, like a Brazil, Poland, or Russia, and can offer more of an "emerging value" atmosphere, or do you prefer a less established market, like a Bulgaria, Peru, or Georgia, which can offer more of an overall growth potential as the market becomes more developed? I'm really anxious to discuss this topic at length, so I would be glad to offer more information if required.

FOR Bric Counties - HSBC Investments launches Emerging Markets Fund ? is worth investing ? Pl guide? HSBC Investments launches Emerging Markets Fund Tuesday, January 22, 2008 20:46 [IST] New Delhi: HSBC Investments today launched an open-ended Emerging Markets Fund that seeks to provide long-term capital growth by investing in emerging economies across the world. Besides investment in India, the fund may park money in China, Russia, Indonesia, South Korea, Brazil, Mexico and many more, HSBC Investment said in a release. Indian investors can not only seek to capture growth opportunities outside the country but may also seek to spread risk by diversifying their investments across geographical markets instead of staying invested in one particular country, it said. The New Fund Offer with the minimum application amount of Rs 10,000 is open for subscription till February 15. The fund can invest up to 100 per cent of its assets in overseas markets, it said, adding the fund may also invest a limited proportion in domestic debt and money market instruments in case equity markets are consid

August 2009 - Where to invest my money today? I've seen a lot of investment advice on here but much is dated. Focusing forward with current market conditions of almost ZERO percent interest, where to invest? Emerging Markets? ETF's, Stocks or Mutual Funds with no load. Looking for a few good ideas and good picks.

Where is the best place to invest for the reamining of the year? Latin America? SE Asia? Emerging Markets?

how the risk of interest rate can be managed or diversified when investing in emerging market? fidelity invest a large pool of their portfolio in emerging markets, how it can manage thr risk of interest rate, bcoz economy of emerging market like india, china, brazil ans latin american countries are higly volatile. so how a company can diversify the risk of unstable interest rate.

If there was an easy way for you to invest in Chinese or Indian stock markets, will you invest? The reason for this question is, there is a strong belief worldwide that these are the emerging economies, with potential to give you the best return on investment, equities yielding about 20-25% average (specific good stocks yielding even 100%+), and debt yielding 8-9%. If so, what is the maximum you would invest in these countries? Also, would you like to test the waters initially with a small investment? How much will that be? What is your risk perception of these markets?

hi i want to invest in hsbc emerging market mutual fund ... should i go ahead ... is it a good returning MF..?

Question for Hedge Funds??????????? ND Emerging markets.? What is the best way to start investing into hedge funds. How emerging markets are doing these days, is it worth investing into hedge funds and in derivatives markets of emerging (Developing) economies. My Client wish to invest some $200k & needs quick returns and his age is 26, So what wil be best option available for him as he can take more risk.

What is the best emerging market fund ETF to invest in right now?...? Would you invest $2000 of your own money in it? Why or why not?

should i invest my money in something more secure other than emerging market funds?

Is it too late to invest in the emerging market funds/ETFs?

How to invest in African developing countries? Hi! I'm an active investor at stock market. Have been for about 20 years now. Most of my investments are in US- and European stocks but recently I have bought investment fund shares in India too and they seem to bring pretty good profits, even I know it's more risky. As a high-risk investment, I'm very interested in finding ways to invest on the emerging African stock markets, in Angola, Mozambique etc. I'm looking for local small or mid-cap companies that have good changes to grow, or can invest on a new company too. As far as I know about the new markets in Africa is, that the market volume and starting level is such low that even small improvements would increase stock values dramatically. Would there be any broker who operates at those markets? I think it could be a good opportunity to make high profits, even the risk is very high too.

Which investment funds would invest in a profitable affordable home building company in an emerging market? A profitable builder in an emerging market country with a goal of building and financing affordable housing

is it worth investing in media companies in emerging markets.and why.how to value them in market capitalisatio?

T.Rowe Price Funds SICAV-Global Emerging Markets Equity Fund , can we add its units.? How rewarding/risky you it is. In India a AMC through an ongoing New Fund Offer is giving opportunity to invest in it. Should we take part to enjoy emerging markets.

Are There Any Emerging Market Mutual Funds/ETF's That Invest In Iraq? Maybe I'd be better to pick up some Iraqi currency and put it in a safe to appreciate? What do you all think?

Is it right time to invest in Equity markets like in Mumbai, India in May 2006, with BSE sensex at 11500? Mutual Funds however diversified they may be, pose same risks like in Equity markets. How will diversification in MFs help if entire market crashes? Esp. with dynamic emerging markets like in India - Bombay Stock Exchange & NSE, India?

For each of the following choices, what stock mutual fund would you invest in and why? Stock Mutual Funds: 4) Blue Chip 5) Sector Fund (i.e. Healthcare, Technology, Small Cap., Environmental, etc. etc.) 6) Index Funds 7) International, Emerging markets or BRIC Funds What would you invest in?

what kind of vanguard fund should I invest under current market conditions? I am thinking about Vanguard Emerging Market Fund?

Where are the current property investment opportunities within the emerging BRIC region? Being aware of the potential of investing into properties or land based within the emerging markets of Brazil, Russia, India and China as well as being in contact with some property investment professionals and entrepreneurs in the UK, I am now looking to find out where exactly are the best investment opportunities. Many thanks in advance.

Is investing in China's and India's markets a good idea? I'm thinking about investing in communication companies in emerging markets like China and India. Does anyone have any advise and/or recommendations. It would be small long-term investments.

What would happen to developing nation (India/China etc) stocks if the US economy crashed severely? It's my opinion that the US economy is heading for a major economic crash, perhaps even another great depression. I was just wondering what would happen to an index fund that was invested in emerging markets (such as India/China/Russia etc) if the US economy crashed heavily - both in the short term and long term.

Emerging market opportunities for wealthy people? We know BRIC, Middle East, Vietnam, Latin America is good opportunity for investor. But there is only deserve for wealthy people whom have a several million dollar to invest. As ordinary people we find no opportunities on these emerging market because the capital. Does't this mean we had totally no change to find the opportunity to win in investment?

Tell me why does China called an emerging market? Why does Alternative investment a new track in China? I am talking about an emerging market. There people like to invest in order to make huge bucks..!

What would happen to developing nation (India/China etc) stocks if the US economy crashed severely? It's my opinion that the US economy is heading for a major economic crash, perhaps even another great depression. I was just wondering what would happen to an index fund that was invested in emerging markets (such as India/China/Russia etc) if the US economy crashed heavily - both in the short term and long term.

Risks of investing surplus cash in MSCI Emerging Market Index (EEM) and oil index (USO)? I got out of the market in time and now holding surplus cash. I now intend to invest half in EEM and another half in USO. Are there better alternatives now?

What does it mean to invest in cash? A lot of financial articles say "remember to invest some of your money into cash". What does this mean? CDs? Money-Market Accounts? Commercial Paper? T-bills? What does the term "cash" mean? I got it from this reading: "Another option is to anchor the emerging-market portfolio with another, less volatile asset class. That means taking 50% of the money you've earmarked for emerging markets and putting it into CASH. The other half goes into an emerging-market index fund or exchange-traded fund." PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!

Are there emerging market and small cap ETFs? If so, link me to some good ones, or similar mutual funds? I'm young and new to the investing scene but I'm looking forward to getting involved. I want a no-load, low expense ratio mutual fund or an etf. I don't really know too much about etf's. If somebody wants to give me a simple explanation that would be great. Send me some links to some good mutual fund/etf companies too!

would you consider it fiscally irresponsible to invest some of my 4 year old son's ugma college fund in? emerging markets exchange traded funds that invest in latin america, russia, india, and indonesia? out of a $17,000 account, i have about $8,000 of it in what would be considered emerging markets and small cap exchange traded funds. the other half of the account is in large cap domestic and international funds. in my mind, i do believe that these funds will outperform over a 15 year period and they are at least diverisified over many companies. also, since i am the one that ultimately will have to pay for his college and i contributed at least half the money in that account directly from my paycheck, i sort of feel like i am justified in being a bit aggressive. it may be more of a risk to not take any risk. what do others think about my allocation? is it responsible all things considered?

If you wanted to make maximum gain in only 3 months with little risk, which type of fund should you invest? Large Cap? International? Emerging Markets? Bonds? Mid Cap? Small Cap? Balance Funds?

Which of these funds should I invest in? Each with minimum investment of $2500. CTCAX Columbia Technology A (5 yr return 25.28--5 years up) AEMGX Acadian Emerging Markets (5 yr 42.69--9 yrs up, 5 down) CGMFX CGM Focus (5 yr 32.58--9 yrs up, 1 down) CGMRX CGM Realty (5 yr 40.79--12 years up, 1 down)

What countries in the next 20-30 years are going to be the most profitable in terms of investing? Wondering what would be the best investment in the Emerging Market Mutual Fund Category. I have read that Dodge and Cox International is good. Then there is Fidelity and T. Rowe who have nice funds. Not sure to invest in , Russia, China, SEA or Latin America or is the Emerging Market sector a trend?

Raising money for investing? Is it legal to advertise for investors? For instance I want to get a bunch of people together to invest in emerging markets, but would i get in trouble with the SEC? (I know about reg D and raising money thru that, but I was just wondering if its legal to raise money and just let everyone know I'm not registered with SEC?)

What does "lock in at least half of your hefty gains" mean in? That's why I'd recommend that no investor put another dime into hi-flying China-based mutual funds at this time.If you were smart or lucky enough to invest in China before, you should promptly lock in at least half of your hefty gains. In fact, I'd cut exposure to emerging markets in general to no more than 5% of your portfolio.

Portfolio optimization under universe of hedge funds? Emerging markets are booming these days, tons of money has been exported by institutional investor to pocket handsome return. A investment company runs 1000 of different funds some of which are exposed completely to emerging markets & other are 10% to 20%. World's know that these market are highly volatile and extremely risky but had performed well than other caps fund and indexes funds. As an investment company, they had to manage the risk associated with these markets, so they invest millions of money in hedge funds and derivative markets. The significant question arise here is,how the fund manager of the company can optimize their portfolio under a large universe of hedge funds.

Given the double digit losses in many emerging market mutual funds, is now a good time to buy up? If one is planning on picking a new fund and investing a couple of hundred a month for the next few years is it an okay time to start buying cheaper shares in an emerging market fund? I think yes, but with the 20-50% returns some have seen I am worried about major losses in the next year. People have been talking a lot about Asia, but some European emerging markets have been doing very well also. Anyone have an opinion on which has the better long term potential?

REIT fund or emerging market? If you had a bit of $$ to invest today, would you go for a REIT or a diversified emerging market? The reason for those two choices is that I'm only putting a small amount since I tend to remain disciplined, and I want both these sectors in my ROTH but not more than 10% each for my portfolio. But basically both have come down a bit but anyone think I should invest in one before the other? I'm just looking for extra imput I won't base my decision solely on the answers here. Thanks! They are both free trough my broker and no load. They are mutual funds since it's not enough money to justify an ETF play (and I will be adding funds probably two more time). The fees are not insane, about 1% fees for the REIT and 1.3% for the emerging fund (not bad for that category).

Which fund is a better choice under current market conditions? I am thinking abt 2 funds. 1) Vanguard Emerging Market Stock Index 2) T Rowe Price Emerging Market Stock Is it better to invest in the index fund due to lesser expense ratio (0.42 compared to 1.26)? I looked at the two funds and comparison looks like they are both giving the same kind of returns. Basically, I am wondering if an index fund is a better choice (a passive fund) compared to an active fund. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks.

Can someone list facts on why companies invest in China? I need facts regarding to economy, trends, and benefits for MNCs (i.e. emerging economy, opportunities to expand markets, etc.)

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What do you think about Diversified Emerginig Market Funds...? their returns seem to be 25 and 35% over the last few year. I am about to invest about 45k. I am considering the S&P 500 because it is a safe bet, but their is so much more intrest to be earned out their. What are some suggestions, and what do you think about emerging market funds and international funds? Also it looks like the Latin American funds are doing quiet well, any opinions on those?? Thanks for your help.

to US investors are you investing more in...? Are you investing more in emerging markets with the stock climate being as bearish as it is?

Is now a good time to invest in stocks (ETFs), since prices are so low, or should I wait? I've been wanting to invest my medium range savings (money I won't need for 5-10 years) in a diverse portfolio of ETFs* and I'm wondering if now is a good time to invest my lump sum -- since stocks seem to be hitting some record low prices. I know no one really knows, but I'm wondering what people think -- is now a wise time to buy, should I put it all in bonds and wait, or should I dollar cost average (anticipating prices will go even lower)? *Including Total Stock Market, Total International, Emerging Markets, and a little bit of commodities, like Energy, Materials and Agriculture.