High inflation, combined with rising interest rates, now ranks among the top concerns that investors have about the global economy. It's natural that people want to hold currencies that will maintain their value - whether in Asia or otherwise. This drives the demands...
Located at the junction of Eurasia, Azerbaijan acts as a crucial link between several large economies in the region. Simply put, investing in Azerbaijan is a play on its ideal mix of vast natural resources and a strategic position. Close proximity to Russia, Turkey,...
Nepal is a landlocked, high-altitude country situated between China and India. Yet despite its position alongside two superpowers, Nepal remains a developing economy with about 45% of its population living on under $3 per day. Let's be clear: Nepal isn't an easy place...
Countless times, clients have told us they're "already investing in emerging markets!" because they bought into a mass market ETF or mutual fund from Vanguard or iShares. Don't get us wrong: we aren't saying these emerging market ETFs won't go up in value over time or...
Steeped in history and with an undeniably pro-business approach, global real estate investors have had their eyes on Bahrain for awhile. Today, as one of the Gulf's most established centers for finance and trading, Bahrain is still deeply committed to improving its...
Last updated March 9th, 2025. Want to hear an unpopular opinion? If you're thinking about buying a condo in Thailand, the opportunities have largely come and gone. Don’t get us wrong, Thailand is among the most popular places to buy real estate as a foreigner. And...
Last updated March 2nd, 2025. The Middle East's finance hub is on a roll. With the city's low taxes and extraordinary future prospects, Dubai condos are now being used as a storage of wealth by the global rich. Generally, the UAE is welcoming to foreigners who want to...
With over 275 million inhabitants and rising, the Indonesia property market has immense potential simply because of its size. Yet despite its status as Southeast Asia's most populous country, Indonesia has largely stayed off the radar of foreign investors. Indonesia's...
Hong Kong is one of Asia’s top financial centers. Naturally, the city's status as a gateway between China and the rest of the world means there are dozens of banks in Hong Kong. Naturally, several of them are safer, more stable, and quite simply better than the...
With a population exceding 15 million people in its metro area, the Bangkok real estate market is huge with dozens of different neighborhoods. The city's vibrant culture, world-class amenities, and strategic location in the heart of Southeast Asia make it an...