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India experiences similar slowdown of industrial output
India saw a much lower industrial output than expected in April

May 14, 2012

As China’s economic slowdown continues to be a concern, more emerging markets appear to be enduring similar declines in industrial output.

Recent drops in oil prices may be a result of China’s economic situation
Oil prices dropped on Friday

May 11, 2012

A new report from the Associated Press suggests that there may be a correlation between a recent drop in oil prices and the current state of China’s economy.

History says value stocks may be ready for a comeback
Value investments may soon be outperforming growth investments

May 9, 2012

Today, history suggests that while being recently outperformed by growth investments, value stocks may be prepping for a comeback.

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Growing need for electricity fueling demand for power plants in emerging markets

The need for electricity is growing in emerging markets
April 16, 2012

The energy industry in the United States has seen sustained growth as of late, though a recent report from Frost & Sullivan suggests global energy providers could find even greater opportunities in a handful of key emerging markets.

Renewed risk appetites may lead to investor interest in Turkey ETFs

Turkey is increasingly interesting investors due to the nature of its economy and its long-term growth prospects.
March 8, 2012

Due in part to the renewed risk appetite of investors across the country, many CFPs and RIAs have been handling questions about emerging market ETFs and the long-term prospects of the countries such as Brazil, Russia, India and China.

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Number of improving housing markets remains relatively unchanged

The number of improving housing markets stayed flat this month
May 8, 2012

The housing market isn’t improving in every region across the United States, but the number of regions showing improvements is holding firm.

Unemployment dips to three-year low despite slow job growth

Unemployment is down, but how many people are actually looking for jobs?
May 7, 2012

In what some consider a sign of a recovering economy, the unemployment rate dipped to its lowest point in over three years. However, job growth continues to be slow.