Myanmar has undergone remarkable economic shifts over the past decade. From being the promising rising star of Southeast Asia, its economic growth came to a halt in 2021 when a…
Category: frontier markets
Digital Beats of Africa: How Music Streaming is Transforming the Continent
As mobile and Internet access continues to grow in the Sub Saharan region, how people consume music changes too. According to an article by GSMA, 22% of the Sub Saharan…
Africa: Agribusiness Financing Challenges and Fintech Solutions
Agribusiness plays a vital role in Africa’s economy, employing the majority of the population and contributing significantly to the continent’s food security. However, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the…
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…
