Emerging Markets Key to Halting Aberdeen's Outflow Crisis

The video discusses the current state of emerging markets, highlighting a shift from outflows to inflows in equities. It addresses concerns about market volatility, liquidity, and the impact of oil prices. The discussion also covers the role of sovereign wealth funds, the stability of bank holdings, and the importance of selective investment in emerging markets. Despite challenges, there is cautious optimism about market recovery.

What recent change has been observed in emerging market equities?

• A significant increase in outflows

• No change in flow patterns

• A shift from outflows to inflows

• A shift from inflows to outflows

What is the company's strategy to handle market volatility?

• Cutting costs significantly

• Waiting for emerging markets to regain favor

• Increasing investments in developed markets

• Reducing workforce

What is the company's outlook on oil prices?

• Expecting a surplus in oil production

• Expecting prices to remain stable

• Expecting a significant drop

• Expecting prices to be reasonably strong

What is the current stance of sovereign wealth funds regarding market investments?

• Withdrawing from all markets

• Actively investing large amounts

• Rebuilding funds over time

• Investing heavily in developed markets

What is a major concern for the company regarding liquidity?

• Lack of regulatory awareness

• High liquidity in emerging markets

• Liquidity crunch in credit markets

• Excessive liquidity in the market

What is a potential risk mentioned for companies in emerging markets?

• Debt defaults

• Excessive cash reserves

• Lack of market presence

• High growth rates

What is the company's message to shareholders regarding the current market conditions?

• The company is planning to exit emerging markets

• Emerging markets have fully recovered

• The market is stable and predictable

• There are initial signs of recovery, but challenges remain