In the global economy of the 21st century, emerging markets are a staple in most portfolios. From bonds to stocks to currencies, there's a way to play the growth story of these developing countries, but higher-than-average volatility and risk remain part of the tale.
The long-term case for investing in emerging-markets is based on growing worldwide demand for commodities and the expansion of an enormous new middle class in those countries.
Potential weakness in the materials and commodities sectors is likely to drag on equities prices.
Strong domestic fundamentals in the BRICs and other countries are likely to drive equity prices.
Investors fearful of a global recession and its ill effects on emerging markets should look for short funds to bet against stocks there.
Though the recent rebound makes current valuations unattractive, outstanding fundamentals make this group a good medium- and long-term bet.
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Taking the pulse of the $1 trillion ETF industry and where to invest, with Gus Sauter, Vanguard Group and CNBC's Bob Pisani.
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