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Inflation no longer as big a threat as 12 months ago

Investment Week | 06 Feb 2012

Last year emerging markets faced a difficult backdrop with a deteriorating global environment; high levels of inflation in emerging markets; high relative valuations at the start of the year and rising concerns over the prospect of a ‘hard landing’ in China.

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Strong yen will encourage more overseas acquisitions

In recent months we have observed a notable rise in ambition among Japanese corporate leaders, particularly in relation to the pursuit of opportunities in other countries.

Investment Week | 31 Jan 2012

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Redwood: What should an investor do this year?

The New Year has started in better sorts than the third quarter of 2010.

Investment Week | 27 Jan 2012

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Geffen backs Monti to steer eurozone out of meltdown

Neptune founder and CEO Robin Geffen has ruled out the possibility of a eurozone breakup following a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti.

Investment Week | 23 Jan 2012

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Rogers: US bright spot is just pre-election phenomenon

Veteran investor Jim Rogers said he is sceptical about the prospects for the US economy this year despite a recent string of positive economic data from the country.

Investment Week | 13 Jan 2012

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Special Report: What is driving Brazil?

As Brazil overtakes the UK as the world’s sixth largest economy, Maria Merricks looks at the key drivers behind its investment potential.

Investment Week | 13 Jan 2012

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Why investors need to wake up to Africa

With the BRIC story now in the investment mainstream, other new and exciting opportunities are beginning to emerge, and in our view, perhaps one of the most exciting of these is Africa.

Investment Week | 10 Jan 2012

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Is Indonesia 2012’s bright spot?

After a year of surging valuations, Maria Merricks looks at whether there is still value in Indonesian shares.

Investment Week | 06 Jan 2012

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Brazil overtakes UK as world's sixth largest economy

Brazil became the world's sixth largest economy in 2011, overtaking the UK, after continuing to see breakneck growth while the UK economy stuttered.

Investment Week | 03 Jan 2012

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Brazil's economy slows as eurozone crisis bites

Brazil's economic growth slowed in the third quarter of 2011 as the impact of the crisis in Europe and the slowdown in global growth impacted the region.

Investment Week | 07 Dec 2011

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Ten years of BRICs: Why they need a place at the power brokers’ table

GSAM chairman argues the four BRIC countries should play a greater part in global decisions over the coming years.

Investment Week | 02 Dec 2011

Brazil cuts rates on Europe fears

Brazil has joined central banks across the world in easing monetary policy after it slashed interest rates by 0.5%.

Investment Week | 01 Dec 2011

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Why Brazil should be key country for investors

Brazil’s economic activity has been decelerating from higher levels verified last year, when GDP growth reached 7.5%.

Investment Week | 28 Nov 2011

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Why Brazil is more than just a resources play

Thomas Smith, fund manager of the Neptune Latin America fund, explains how the domestic story is unlocking investment opportunities in Brazil.

Investment Week | 31 Oct 2011

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How is Brazil responding to global volatility?

Jeff Casson, manager of the Martin Currie Latin America fund, travels to Brazil to see what effect the volatility in world markets is having on the region.

Investment Week | 10 Oct 2011

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View from the Bridge: Investment biker

Being a long time motorbiker, I am very conscious of the ever present threat that comes from being unaware of what is in front of you.

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Jupiter Unit Trust Managers employs the most FE Alpha Managers with 12 on the newly revealed list for 2012.

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Gosling's Grouse: Baying for blood

When a phlebotomist sticks a needle in a vein you pay attention. He or she has you just where they want you.

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FDR, Reagan, Clinton or Obama: When were markets strongest?

Three years into Barack Obama's term as US president, how do equity market returns under this administration compare with those seen under previous leaders?

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