Monday, July 6, 2026

EM Trends and Developments

Brazilians are going gaga for Chinese brands
https://www.economist.com/the-americas/2026/07/02/brazilians-are-going-gaga-for-chinese-brands
They think China has better tech than America.
 
Africa’s new middle class is putting down roots in the suburbs
https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2026/07/02/africas-new-middle-class-is-putting-down-roots-in-the-suburbs
For a glimpse of the continent’s future, visit the edges of its burgeoning cities.