What is an emerging market, and should you invest in them?

Emerging markets can be a great way to add diversification to your investment portfolio, but what is an emerging market, and is now a good time to buy into them?

Skyline of the financial district in Jakarta, Indonesia, one of the world's largest emerging markets
(Image credit: @ Didier Marti via Getty Images)

Most investors with some experience will have heard about the opportunities available in emerging markets.

But the phrase can be vague and unclear, especially for beginner investors. So, what do we mean by ‘emerging markets’?

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Dan McEvoy
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Dan is a financial journalist who, prior to joining MoneyWeek, spent five years writing for OPTO, an investment magazine focused on growth and technology stocks, ETFs and thematic investing.

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