Core Viewpoint - Emerging market stocks are expected to outperform developed market stocks for the first time in five years, driven by a weaker dollar and high valuations in the U.S. stock market, leading to renewed interest in these markets [2][4][6]. Group 1: Market Performance - As of the end of November, the MSCI Emerging Markets Index rose 27% in USD terms and 25% in local currency terms, outperforming the MSCI Developed Markets Index, which increased by 19% and 16% respectively [4]. - The Bovespa Index in Brazil and the FTSE/JSE Top 40 Index in South Africa both saw a 50% increase in 2025, highlighting significant gains in emerging markets [6]. - The South Korean Composite Stock Price Index increased by 60% when converted to USD, despite the KRW/USD exchange rate remaining stable [6]. Group 2: Investment Trends - Investors are becoming sensitive to their low holdings in emerging market stocks and are beginning to shift funds towards these markets [8]. - Technology stocks are driving the rise in emerging market equities, with significant gains seen in companies like China's Zhongji Xuchuang, which increased over fourfold due to its products being used in NVIDIA's GPU servers [8]. - Other notable performers include SK Hynix in South Korea and PT Dian Swastatika Sentosa Tbk in Indonesia, which tripled in value amid rising energy demands [8]. Group 3: Economic Outlook - The monetary easing policies across various countries are expected to positively impact economies and corporate performance in the future, with diversification into U.S. assets being a mid-term theme [9]. - Emerging market companies account for over 30% of global corporate revenues, indicating significant growth potential despite their representation in global indices being only about 10% [9]. - Analysts suggest that undervalued small-cap stocks in emerging markets, which have lower correlation with developed markets, present attractive diversification opportunities [9].