Emerging Markets
Read news and stories about our work in areas like global strategy, development, and international business.
The Intersection of AI and Emerging Markets: Opportunities and Challenges
AI and machine learning have transformed industries worldwide. Their adoption could significantly influence the futures of emerging markets.
Dirty Cooking Fuels Pose Major Threat to Infants in India
Dyson School professors Basu and Chau quantify the impact of cooking fuel choice on indoor air pollution and early childhood mortality in India.
What Investors Should Learn from the Fall of Edtech Unicorn Byju’s
As global investors look at edtech in emerging markets, the promise of doing good while making money is jeopardized by a cautionary tale about Byju’s.
Trade Titans: The Impact of the U.S.-China Trade War on Global Economics
US-China trade tensions are restructuring global economics, driving supply chain shifts, and prompting scrutiny of European tech investment.
Insights on Entrepreneurship and Emerging Markets from Former President of Colombia
Iván Duque, president of Colombia 2018-22, visited Cornell Tech and inspired students with insights on entrepreneurship and emerging markets.
Former Colombian President Tells Grads to Tackle ‘Liberty Deficit’
Iván Duque, president of Colombia 2018-22, spoke at the Emerging Markets Institute fellows graduation ceremony May 24 in Sage Hall.
Exploring Colombia: An MBA Student’s Perspective
Ganesh Venkatakrishan MBA ’23 visited Colombia and Universidad de los Andes on the Emerging Markets Institute’s 2023 spring break trek to gain a deeper understanding of the country’s economy, business landscape, and culture.
Unified Payments Interface: India’s Digital Highway to Speedy Financial Inclusion
Sharwari Pandit, MBA ’23, explores the policy decisions that drove the rapid growth and adoption of digital payment solutions across millions of Indian businesses and households.
Celebrating the Emerging Markets Institute on its 10th Anniversary
Emerging Markets Institute directors highlight the exceptional learning opportunities, research, reach, and reputation EMI has achieved in ten years.