There is little argument about the 21st century being defined by the growth of emerging markets. Yet, while these countries continue to grow and develop at an unprecedented rate, investors are timid. Both the persistent tension surrounding global trade and potential backlash from looming downturns in the US and Europe, have caused capital outflows from emerging markets to safe, low-yielding bonds. .What countries are best positioned to weather the current state of uncertainty? How can policymakers encourage foreign investment into their own markets and implement investment safeguards to mitigate sudden capital outflows?

Moderator

Julie Hood

Global Deputy Vice Chair, Transaction Advisory Services, EY

Speakers

Hazem Ben-Gacem

Co-CEO, Investcorp

Ryan Brennan

Managing Director, Advantage Capital Partners

Patrick Edelmann

Managing Director, KBBO Americas

Noor Sweid

General Partner, Global Ventures

Kirk West

Executive Director, International Business and Clients, Principal Global Investors