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Emerging Market Debt (Local)
Middle East conflict: the view from our EMD desk
We discuss the backdrop for emerging markets before the start of the conflict, and what changed. 
Six reasons to believe in Sub-Saharan Africa
From declining debt to prudent policy, we lay out some compelling arguments supporting the investment case for African sovereigns. 
Podcast: Middle East update – market impacts and outlook
This episode is the edited audio of a webinar we held with clients on 20 March to discuss the market reaction to the ongoing conflict... 
Filling the gap: Mobilising emerging market private credit
Our recent paper looked at why we believe emerging markets could play a pivotal role in delivering climate solutions and why emerging markets private credit... 
Iran conflict: implications for investors
We assess how the latest escalation in the Middle East may affect the macro and market outlook – and stress the importance of a long-term... 
Latin love — Why we like South American bonds
Latin America’s early moving central banks are tightening once more as inflation pressures rekindle. Yet with real rates still priced at extreme levels and the... 
Emerging market debt: strength and selectivity amid global shifts
Emerging market fundamentals remain robust, but broader global macroeconomic developments are leading us to a more selective approach to positioning portfolios. 
Emerging markets: Upside risk after a resilient 2025
We identify reasons for cautious optimism and discuss how we think innovative exposure can be achieved. 
Emerging market debt: Momentum backed by fundamentals
Macroeconomic dynamics continue to support emerging nations, with US policy uncertainties also boosting EMD. 
Amid global uncertainty, what role can EMD play in insurance portfolios?
What potential benefits could it offer insurers – and what considerations do they need to take into account? 
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