Coronavirus and the implications for emerging markets
JOHANNESBURG –
In addition to the tragic toll on human lives, the coronavirus outbreak in China brings potential economic and market implications for China and beyond.
In addition to the tragic toll on human lives, the coronavirus outbreak in China brings potential economic and market implications for China and beyond.
Franklin Templeton Emerging Markets Equity team has been monitoring the situation and weighs in with some thoughts, comparing it to the outbreak of SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) in 2003.
We are closely monitoring the impact on emerging market economies and equity markets from the outbreak of the coronavirus in China and other parts of the world. The situation is at an early stage and is evolving quickly. Both market and macro implications depend on the severity and duration of this epidemic episode.
Source: iol.co.za
