With volatility set to dominate again this year, experts predict which sector or geographical region will surprise on the upside.
We ask investment experts for their forecasts for 2012.
JOHCM GEM Opportunities manager James Syme said Vladimir Putin's decision to run for the Russian presidency in 2012 has already proved negative for investors in the country.
Alexander Krapivko, manager of the newly launched Renaissance Russian Equity Allocation fund, will be among the speakers at Investment Week's exclusive Rising Stars event on 7 September in London.