Top of the Morning: Emerging Markets in the Roaring 20s
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Our series of year ahead conversations continue with a look at expectations for emerging market assets in 2025, including equities, bonds, and currencies. Featured is Alejo Czerwonko, Chief Investment Officer for Emerging Markets Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Danie
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4 itemsTop of the Morning: Emerging Markets - Performance drivers and risks
The desk believes that emerging market assets are staging a significant recovery after a prolonged period of underperformance, backed by favorable economic conditions and renewed investor interest. Per the full note [source], emerging market stocks have demonstrated impressive returns in 2025, outpacing the S&P 500 by 20 percentage points, with 35% versus 15% returns respectively. This trend is driven by broader economic growth, productivity gains from AI technologies, and a shift away from concentrated performance in a few sectors. As we observe this renewed enthusiasm towards emerging markets, our internal data indicates a supportive backdrop, with firm views increasingly aligning towards these markets as viable investment options.