In 1995, Walmart, the American retail giant, stepped into Brazil. It was a journey full of highs and lows, and it is somehow a cautionary tale for brands entering an…
Category: emerging markets
Brazil’s Fintech Surge Paves Way for Crypto and CBDC Real Digital
In our latest podcast episode, I interviewed Aaron Stanley, founder of the Brazil Crypto Report (a newsletter and also a podcast) about the ever growing fintech and cryptocurrency sectors in…
The Expanding Gaming Market in Africa
Esports has had tremendous growth in Africa, just like any other part of the world. This is due to increased internet connectivity, a young population that is eager to explore…
Emerging Markets Leading the Charge in Equitable Financial Inclusion
In this article, we’re diving into a fascinating discussion I had on our show Emerging Markets Today with Emmanuel Daniel, a global thought leader in the future of finance. Our…
Argentina’s Economy in Crisis: Inflation Hits 100%
Argentina is currently grappling with a deepening economic crisis, as the nation’s inflation rate has skyrocketed to over 100%, the first time it has reached triple digits since 1991. This…
China’s One Child Policy: Birth Rate Decline and the Rise of Childfree Couples
A growing number of “Double Income, No Kids” family, or DINKS for short, casts an uncertain future on China’s economy. China’s fertility rate hitting a record low of 6.77 births…
Reshaping the Future of Healthcare in Emerging Bangladesh
Access to quality healthcare is a major challenge in many emerging markets. This is due to a variety of factors, including the growing middle class, the lack of resources, and…
Brazil & Mexico: The Future of Convenience Stores in Latin America
Convenience stores (or c-stores) in Latin America have been expanding consistently in recent years. Due to shifting consumer preferences, urbanization, and the rising demand for products that can be used…
Digital Healthcare in Brazil: Predicted Growth and Key Challenges
The revenue in Brazil’s Digital Health market is projected to reach US$3.17bn in 2023, according to Statista. In global comparison, most revenue will be generated in China (US$55,050.00m in 2023). …
