Emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs) are processing a new paradigm as the global economy grapples with protectionist legislation affecting supply chains and trade alliances that prioritize geopolitical interest. Questions loom large regarding pivotal electoral outcomes and market access between the world's two largest economies, as persistent slow growth from China runs concurrently with a rise in productivity from India. These complexities are compounded by persistently higher interest rates and the impacts of inflation—navigating them successfully is paramount if EMDEs are to achieve sustainable growth. Despite these challenges, many developing economies are witnessing a productivity spike driven in part by shifting demographics and population growth. How can EMDEs steer a path through this complex set of macro conditions? Where are investors seeing opportunity globally, and what factors are they assessing to make investment decisions? 

Moderator

Angela Rodell

Founder, Rodell Consulting

Speakers

Anthony Bisegna

Executive Vice President, Head of State Street Global Markets, State Street

Andrew Cross

Chief Financial Officer, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Komal Sri-Kumar

Founder and President, Sri-Kumar Global Strategies, Inc.

Yana Watson Kakar

Managing Director and Head of Americas, CDPQ