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Growth Markets


Goldman Sachs has adopted the term "Growth Markets" to describe some of the world's most dynamic and fast-growing economies.  Some of these markets are already transforming the global economy; others offer the potential for significant growth in the coming decades.  Here, we offer some insights into the power of the Growth Markets from three perspectives: business, macroeconomic, and economic empowerment.

China: Key Investment Themes

Helen Zhu, chief China equity strategist, Global Investment Research, discusses various economic structural reforms that may be implemented under the new leadership in China, and what those reforms could mean for China equities.

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Economic Transformation in Africa

Colin Coleman, head of investment banking for sub-Saharan Africa at Goldman Sachs, discusses the rise of Africa and the economic opportunities for investors in this growing, dynamic region of the world.

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Opportunities in the Growth Markets

J. Michael Evans, vice chairman of Goldman Sachs and global head of the firm's Growth Markets business, shares some strategic observations about the Growth Markets, and discusses key issues that will shape the firm's business in the years ahead.

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Empowering Women

Dina Powell, global head of corporate engagement, discusses our 10,000 Women initiative, which provides underserved women in emerging economies with a business and management education. Learn how remarkable women are driving economic growth and opportunity in the Growth Markets, where 80% of the firm's investment in 10,000 Women has been made so far.

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Additional Insights on Growth Markets

INFOGRAPHIC: THE WORLD IN 2050

By 2050 our Global Investment Research Division projects that the Growth Markets will represent 46% of global GDP. See the interactive chart that highlights expected growth trends and data for the Growth Markets.

INVESTING IN THE GROWTH MARKETS

Sam Finkelstein, head of Emerging Markets and Global Currency, Goldman Sachs Asset Management, describes three aspects of a country's development that point towards sustainable growth.

A VIEW FROM RUSSIA

Clemens Grafe, chief Russian economist, Global Investment Research, discusses the recent history of Russia and how the country and its economy are changing.

A VIEW FROM INDIA

Tushar Poddar, chief India economist in our Global Investment Research Division, discusses the growth potential of India's economy and some of the challenges it faces.