Country Risk: My 2024 Data Update

Richard Drury updated his most recent update of country risk for July 2024. He looks at political structure, exposure to war/violence, corruption, and protections for property rights. He argues that a trade-off between democracy and autocracy is more risky for investors. He says a democratic country is more likely to be stable and predictable.

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Emerging Market Stocks: Great Businesses Hide In A Murky Market Landscape

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iShares MSCI Saudi Arabia ETF declares semi-annual distribution of $0.6117

Saudi Wealth Fund In Talks To Create Boxing League

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Saudi Arabia Said To Launch $10B Aramco Share Sale On Sunday

Weekly Commentary: Speculative Bubble Hype

Home Market Outlook: Today's Market Weekly Commentary: Speculative Bubble Hype. Nvidia's stock surged 15% this week, boosting market capitalization to $10 trillion. The massive 'doomsday glacier' is undergoing a 'vigorous ice melt' that could reshape sea level rise projections.

Weekly Report: what happened at KSA last week (0520-0524)?

KSA: A Story Bigger Than Oil

IShares MSCI Saudi Arabia ETF provides retail investors with exposure to the Saudi market and its economic transformation. The top holdings of the KSA ETF include major financial institutions and Saudi Arabian Oil. Saudi Arabia is launching an entrepreneurial ecosystem for non-oil industries. The country is diversifying its economy away from energy.

Weekly Report: what happened at KSA last week (0513-0517)?

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IMF 2024 Spring Meetings Takeaways: Emerging Market Stars Shine Bright

EM investors and policymakers are enjoying their moment. IMF upgraded US growth forecasts for 2024 by +0.6% of GDP and Chinese PMIs are back to expansion. Most of the concerns over emerging markets have been addressed. The mood at the 2024 IMF Spring meetings was notably upbeat.

Weekly Report: what happened at KSA last week (0429-0503)?