7 Emerging Market ETFs Crushing It In 2013

When it comes to portfolio allocation, diversification is one of the key elements to any long-term, buy-and-hold strategy. An investor must fine tune their exposure to various corners of the market, as well as across the globe, to achieve a perfect balance and appropriate risk return profile. In recent years, one of the most popular diversifying sectors have been emerging market equities, as these stocks offer tremendous growth potentials and opportunities for lucrative returns. But because this corner of the market can exhibit significantly higher levels of volatility, the downside risk can sometimes be substantial, having significant impacts on bottom line returns [see Visual Guide To Major Index returns by Year]. So far in 2013, emerging market equities have suffered tremendous losses as the impact of the global economic slowdown weighs heavily on these once rapidly growing economies. The emerging economies hit hardest were once the most promising investments, namely Brazil, [...] Click here to read the original article on ETFdb.com. Related Posts: ETF Research Report Now Available: China ETFs In Focus 3-Year Review: Best & Worst ETFs Across The Globe ETF Insider: New Highs & Lows July 27th Edition Emerging Market ETFs: Biggest Winners & Losers YTD Middle East ETFs: Watch Your Financials Weight