Emerging Markets List

The Morgan Stanley Capital International Emerging Market Index lists

23 countries. They are Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Egypt,
Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Qatar,
Peru, Philippines, Poland, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand,
Turkey, and United Arab Emirates. This index tracks the market capitalization of
every company listed on the countries' stock markets.

Other sources also list another eight countries. They are Argentina, Hong Kong,
Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and Vietnam.

The main emerging market powerhouses are China and India. Together, these
two countries are home to 40 percent of the world's labor force and population. In
2017, their combined economic output ($32.6 trillion) was greater than either
the European Union ($20.9 trillion) or the United States ($19.4 trillion). In any
discussion of emerging markets, the powerful influence of these two super-giants
must be kept in mind.

Investing in Emerging Markets

There many ways to take advantage of the high growth rates and opportunities in
emerging markets. The best is to pick an emerging market fund. Many funds
either follow or try to outperform the MSCI Index. That saves you time. You don't
have to research foreign companies and economic policies. It reduces risk by
diversifying your investments into a basket of emerging markets, instead of just
one.

Not all emerging markets are equally good investments. Since the 2008 financial
crisis, some countries took advantage of rising commodities prices to grow their
economies. They didn't invest in infrastructure. Instead, they spent the extra
revenue on subsidies and creation of government jobs. As a result, their
economies grew quickly, their people bought a lot of imported goods, and
inflation soon became a problem. These countries included Brazil, Hungary,
Malaysia, Russia, South Africa, Turkey, and Vietnam.

Since their residents didn't save, there wasn't a lot of local money for banks to
lend to help businesses grow. The governments attracted foreign direct
investment by keeping interest rates low. Although this helped increase inflation,
it was worth it. In return, the countries received significant economic growth.

In 2013, commodity prices fell. These governments had either to cut back on
subsidies or to increase their debt to foreigners. As the debt-to-GDP
ratio increased, foreign investments decreased. In 2014, currency traders also
began selling their holdings. As currency values fell, it created a panic that led to
mass sell-offs of currencies and investments.

Others invested revenue in infrastructure and education for their workforce.

Because their people saved, there was plenty of local currency to fund new
businesses. When the crisis occurred in 2014, they were ready. These countries
are China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Indonesia, Korea, Peru, Poland, Sri
Lanka, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Coca-Cola releases world’s first frozen Coke slushie packs in Japan

Eight years in development, the new resealable pouch packaging is said to be a world-first for frozen
beverages.

After being the first in the world to try the surprising new Peach Coca-Cola, customers in Japan are
definitely being spoilt when it comes to receiving exclusive products and limited-edition releases. And
now it’s time to enjoy the spoils of Coca-Cola’s creative development team yet again, this time with a
new product that’s been eight years in the making: Coca-Cola Frozen Lemon.

Despite the initial lukewarm response to the regular lemon-flavoured coke back when it was released in
2005, followed by a reboot in 2014, Coca-Cola is determined to make us fall in love with the citrus blend,
this time by releasing it as a frozen slushie pack to go. According to the company, the new balance of
flavours in this release is a perfect fit for the refreshing frozen drink, which can be enjoyed in a number
of scenarios.

▼ The new ad campaign suggests trying the frozen coke as an afternoon pick-me-up, or after a bath or
at the end of after-school club activities.

While the soft drinks giant has been making strides in the frozen slushie game, most recently with a
special vending machine that dispensed beverages that turned to icy slush after being shaken, the new
resealable pouch packaging is said to be a world-first for frozen beverages. The convenient new product
will allow customers to massage the pouch pack to get the desired crunch, while also enjoying the taste
of Coca-Cola with “a refreshing sherbet sensation”.

▼ More than 100 prototypes were devised over eight years during the creation of the new beverage.

The company is so confident with the new packaging that they’ll also be releasing two of their Fanta
flavours in the same way.
Countries With The Highest Levels
Of Soft Drink Consumption
Latin America has some of the highest rates of soda intake globally, according
to data presented by Euromonitor.
The term "soft drink" usually refers to a flavored, carbonated, non-alcoholic beverage, including those
that use caloric (such as sugar or high-fructose corn syrup) and non-caloric sweeteners (such as
aspartame or sucralose) alike. The consumption of soft drinks is becoming an ever growing part of
unhealthy lifestyles, especially amongst the world's youth. It becomes increasingly popular in the
summer seasons for, as the temperatures rise ever higher, their sweeteners, fizz, and flavorings seem all
the more appealing. The most harmful effects of soft drink consumption is that its high sugar content
can contribute to the development of obesity, dental decay, and the weakening of bones. Furthermore,
even "Diet" soft drinks, which are calorie- and sugar-free, are increasingly being pinpointed as causes of
negative health outcomes. While soft drinks are popular the world over, below is a list of the top per
capita soft drink-consuming countries in the world.

10. Bolivia (89 liters per capita)

The consumption of soft drinks or soda is very high due to increased amounts of intake by the Bolivian
people, which currently stands at nearly 89 liters per capita. As this country is a leading producer of
sugar, the soda companies get benefits from the sweet crop. Coca-Cola, which tops the purchases in the
country, targets the young Bolivians. The government has also made plans to put a ban on it because of
the many health hazards caused by the drink, as its consumption is actually still becoming more
widespread yet these days.

9. Saudi Arabia (89 liters per capita)

People intake 89 liters per capita of the soft drinks consumption, which has actually boosted sales of its
market. The other main factor is high spending nature, warm climatic conditions, and a ban on alcoholic
("hard") drinks in the country. The consumption is the highest with 347 servings in the recent years. This
has made the government to ask Coca-Cola and PepsiCo to issue health warnings on the packs which
they are selling in the local market.

8. Norway (98 liters per capita)

The soft drink consumption amongst the people of Norway has actually seen a growth in the recent
years, and the research reports have shown the cases of mental health problems amongst the
adolescents associated with this trend. The findings have shown that per capita consumption in the
country is nearly 98 liters, which is high on the list globally. There are many aerated drinks which are
sold by the companies, while the Coca-Cola and PepsiCo brands top the chart. Many flavored fizz drinks
were also sold during the recent years which have increased the sales further.
7. Germany (98 liters per capita)

The consumption of soda by the people in Germany is 98 liters per capita annually as reported by the
statistics from the Euro Monitor. The reports showed a drastic change in the consumption, as many
more German people are seen preferring carbonated drinks. The caffeine-oriented drinks are most
dynamic in the present German market, which has given boost to the sales of the companies. Some of
the brands which are sold in the country are Fanta, Sprite, Delta, Mezzo Mix, and Coca-Cola. But the
market is said to face the decrease in the coming years due to the government’s plans to curb health
problems, and its aging population is also one of the factors.

6. Belgium (109 liters per capita)

The Belgian nation in recent years has seen an all-time maximum intake of soda consumption due to its
modern lifestyle, which is nearly 109 liters per capita. Due to this, many health problems have emerged
amongst the children, such as obesity and other chronic diseases which have increased at an alarming
rate. Even to boost up their sales, the soda drink companies have launched aerated drinks with lower
amount of sugar, and other relatively healthier drinks as well. The government has planned to put a
soda tax so as to drive the funds towards the financing of the health campaigns and to reduce the soda
consumption.

5. Uruguay (113 liters per capita)

The country’s market has seen an increase in sales of the soda-related products in the recent years. The
consumption of soda drinks is nearly 113 liters per capita, which is significantly higher as compared to
the past years. As soon as the earnings and the economy stabilize, people tend to like to spend more on
the soda drinks. This has also caused many health problems, especially related to bones and dental
decay, amongst the people.

4. Mexico (137 liters per capita)

Mexico is one of the leading consumers of the soda drinks in the world, and ranks fourth in the
consumption of aerated drinks. The people of the country are some of the biggest consumers in the
world, drinking nearly 137 liters per capita. It is growing at an alarming rate, and even the negative
reports about the drinks have not put any impact on the consumption of these drinks. The researchers
have reported that most of the people are suffering from obesity issues which have led to more
spending on healthcare. As a result, the government has put up a soda tax, and it is believed that it will
definitely cut down on the sales of these aerated drinks.

3. Chile (141 liters per capita)

This Latin American nation of Chile has also been reported to be one the largest consumers of soft
drinks in the world, as an international report suggests that people there consume 141 liters per capita.
This is amongst the highest consumption levels of the soda drinks globally, and the causes are good
lifestyles, a stable economy, and low unemployment rates that give people the discretionary income to
purchase them. But the more recent reports have suggested an increase in health hazards in the country
as a result. Chilean people are mostly fond of the Coca-Cola products.

2. USA (154 liters per capita)

Americans are one of the largest consumers of the soda drinks in the world because of their modern
lifestyle and relatively high incomes. It is found that 154 liters per capita in consumption is being seen
among them. This has paved the way for many health ailments for Americans, and even the soda taxes
have proved to be a failure in some American towns. It is said in the reports that nearly 1 person out of
5 have a soda every day there, which has posed an alarming situation in the country. The researchers
have found that they are often either suffering from blood sugar, obesity, or dental problems, or a
combination of these on the whole.

1. Argentina (155 liters per capita)

The soda palate in Argentina tops the chart, as the annual consumption there is nearly 155 liters per
capita. The soft drinks are mostly in demand amongst the people because of higher incomes and warm
climatic conditions. The higher intakes have actually worried the health officials because the
Argentinean population has become more prone to health risks. Though the natives have not reached
the level of Mexicans in soda consumption-related diseases, they are not very far behind them today.