When China joined the World Trade Organization in 2001, it became a player in the global economy, and since then, China has grown about 9% annually -- more than four times the growth rate of the U.S.! China has become the world's second-largest economy, and double-digit GDP is now the norm -- China's GDP rate is currently around 11.4%, which is quite a change from the -1.6% rate in 1976.
China's economic emergence -- the greatest economic boom in the history of the world -- is filled with enormous opportunities. And as this once-great land modernizes and shifts to a market-driven economy, its economic growth will continue for the foreseeable future.
The Olympic Games are in full swing, and they are more exciting than ever. And it's not just the altheltic competitions -- China finally has its chance to show the world that it is ready to join the ranks of other economic superpowers. I expect great prosperity for China in the coming weeks, months and years, and this ETF is a great way to share in the profits. more...
India: Ripe for Investment?The Olympics are now well under way, and this is an exciting time for both sports lovers and investors. That's because many investors are getting a good look at the world for global investment opportunites. And at the top of their list is India --many have seen the wealth that some Indian investors have accumulated and want to get in on the profits, too. But is the time right to invest in this emerging country? I recently traveled to India to answer this question, so read on for my analysis. more... |
High Inflation Hurts Coal ProducersBack in February, I recommended a Chinese coal miner as a way to profit from China's booming demand for the hard substance. But now, with record-high inflation, the Chinese government is taking strong moves to curb inflation. This is ultimately hurting coal miners and related China stocks, and there's one you should sell today. more... |
Causes of the Global Market Sell-OffTalk about volatility! The past couple of weeks in the market have been rough ones for investors, as many of the major indexes are down so far this year. With so much doom and gloom in the markets, I think it is important to talk about what's contributing to the current global sell-off. Read on for the three main causes of the global market woes, and what I expect to happen in the months to come. more... |
Upcoming BargainsThe emerging markets haven't been immune to the strong up and down movements of the major U.S. and Asian markets. In fact, the movement of many emerging markets is still coupled with these major indexes, which is creating a volatile environment for us as global investors. But if we look at the bigger picture, the recent market action is actually creating a nice investment opportunity for us. Read on to learn more. more... |
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