Investors opt for ETFs to gain emerging market exposure

Figures from the bank show trading in China and Brazil-focussed ETFs has increased by 270% and 100% year on year respectively, while general ETF trading has risen by 156% in the same time period. The bank says the emerging markets are at the forefront of market recovery as the global markets manoeuvre out of recession. Brazil and China have experienced the fastest turnaround, as swift action by policymakers has taken affect, and Brazil's rebound has been further spurred by commodities demand. In August 2008, FTSE 100 and fixed income ETFs accounted for 52% of all ETF purchases, althou...