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World Bank Petitions Investors to Embrace Emerging Markets

April 12, 2024
Stephen M.Cby Stephen M.C
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World Bank Petitions Investors to Embrace Emerging Markets

In an attempt to catalyze investment in emerging markets, the World Bank Group has issued a clarion call to investors worldwide, urging them to reconsider their perceptions and explore the untapped potential of developing economies.

The World Bank Group, in a statement, highlighted the importance of delving into the burgeoning opportunities that lie within emerging markets. With a commitment to transparency and a drive to foster investor confidence, the multilateral lender has made proprietary statistics available to the public, shedding light on the credit risk profile of both private and public sector investments in these regions.

Meanwhile, two comprehensive reports recently unveiled by the World Bank serve as indispensable guides for investors seeking to navigate the emerging markets. The first report, issued by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), offers insights into sovereign default and recovery rate statistics dating back to 1985.

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Meanwhile, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has compiled private sector default statistics spanning nearly four decades, offering a granular breakdown by internal credit rating.

World Bank Group president Ajay Banga, while dwelling on the World Bank report asserted saying, “This data should be viewed as a global public good. By sharing our proprietary information, we aim to provide transparency and inspire investor confidence, ultimately channeling more private sector capital into developing economies to drive impactful change and job creation”.

Of particular significance is the revelation from the IFC’s report, which showcases a remarkably low default rate of 4.1 per cent in its private sector portfolio from 1986 to 2023. This statistic not only underscores the resilience of private sector investments in emerging markets but also underscores the vast untapped potential waiting to be harnessed.

According to the report, for investments rated as ‘weak’ by IFC’s internal rating system, the default rate was only 2.6 per cent during the period between 2017 and 2023, indicating that even investments considered higher risk can perform better than could be expected.

For Sovereign Borrowers

For sovereign borrowers, defaults are rare, averaging just 0.7 per cent annually, and the World Bank typically recovers more than 90 per cent of the amount owed, including both principal and interest. This underscores the World Bank’s preferred creditor status and its ability to effectively manage sovereign credit risk and sovereign default losses range from 0.01 per cent to 58.5 per cent, reflecting the effect of interest rates and length of time in default.

The World Bank maintained that the new reporting would support private investment in developing economies by increasing transparency on historical performance, helping investors gauge risk-reward premiums, and bolstering confidence in the state of emerging markets.

Indeed, the IBRD and IFC reports serve as invaluable resources for investors seeking to navigate the complex landscape of emerging markets. By providing access to comprehensive data and insights, the World Bank Group aims to empower investors to make informed decisions that drive sustainable growth and development in these regions.

As global markets continue to evolve and diversify, the allure of emerging markets becomes increasingly apparent. With their youthful demographics, expanding consumer base, and growing infrastructure needs, these economies present a wealth of opportunities for savvy investors willing to embrace the inherent risks and uncertainties.

However, realizing the full potential of emerging markets requires more than just financial investment; it demands a commitment to fostering inclusive growth, building resilient institutions, and addressing key development challenges. By leveraging the insights provided by the World Bank Group’s reports, investors can play a pivotal role in driving positive change and unlocking the transformative potential of developing economies.

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