Emerging Markets Overview

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms related to the analysis and characteristics of emerging markets.

Emerging Markets

Markets that are in the process of rapid growth and industrialization, often characterized by volatility and potential for high returns.

Market Volatility

The extent to which the price of a security, derivative, or index fluctuates.

Per Capita Income

The average income earned per person in a given area in a specified year.

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)

Investment made by a company or individual in one country in business interests in another country.

Economic Recovery

The period following a recession during which a country's GDP begins to grow after a downturn.

Inflation Pressures

The rise in general price levels affecting the purchasing power of consumers.

Tight Monetary Policies

Economic policies implemented by a government to reduce the amount of money in circulation, often to combat inflation.

Digital Transformation

The integration of digital technology into all areas of a business, fundamentally changing how businesses operate and deliver value to customers.

E-commerce Growth

The increase in online transactions for goods and services facilitated by internet usage.

Sustainability Focus

The emphasis on practices that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.