Emerging Markets

Cranganore specializes in cross-border activity. Time-honored investor relationships include capital sources in fast-evolving nations. We pair this focus with on-the-ground consulting work.

Russia Stumbles With Economic Showcase

The Russia-Africa Summit on July 27-28 was an awkward affair. For some analysts, the event spotlighted how isolated Putin has become. That may not be entirely true. The raw economic strength represented in St. Petersburg—including heads of state from all…

Lula Intends for Regional Currency To Be His Legacy

Brazil is an economic powerhouse. Still, its global influence wanes as economic trends elsewhere mean its total share of the world economy is declining. Brazilian President Lula da Silva seems intent on shifting that sentiment, at least in diplomatic theater.…

UAE Pumps $2 Billion into Egypt

The existential threat to Egypt that is harbored in higher food prices is more than a topic for debate. Abu Dhabi just announced that it is backstopping Cairo with some $2 billion in investment, an approach that seems more palatable…