Carry traders ramp up bets in EMs as Fed rate cuts loom

August 11, 2025

Carry trade gains traction as investors eye emerging markets. Expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts weaken the dollar. Money managers are investing in currencies of Brazil, South Africa, and Egypt. A weaker dollar and easing volatility create favorable conditions. The trade paused in July but is now reviving. Dismal US jobs data fuels bets on lower borrowing costs.

More To Explore

ETMarkets PMS Talk | A cooling—not a collapse—of the AI trade could be a tailwind for Indian equities: TrustLine CEO

Global markets face AI investment boom risks, but a measured cooling could boost Indian equities by attracting foreign capital. N. ArunaGiri emphasizes buying with a

June 26, 2026

ETMarkets Smart Talk | As FD rates soften, AAA PSU and corporate bonds are gaining traction: BondScanner CEO

As fixed deposit rates dip, investors are turning to high-rated PSU and corporate bonds for better returns. Improved retail access and regulatory reforms are making

June 26, 2026

Advertiser Disclosure

Great-investor.com helps users across the globe to find out The latest news, Guides, and Info about finance and investments. Furthermore, our content and research teams do not participate in any advertising planning nor are they permitted access to advertising campaign data.

Disclaimer

It is our organization’s primary mission to provide reviews, commentary, and analysis that are unbiased and objective. While great-investor.com has some data verified by industry participants, it can vary from time to time. Operating as an online business, this site may be compensated through third party advertisers. Our receipt of such compensation shall not be construed as an endorsement or recommendation by great-investor.com, nor shall it bias our reviews, analysis, and opinions. Please see our General Disclaimers for more information.

The information on this website does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation or a solicitation to engage in any investment activity. This website and its content are not intended for residents of the UAE, US, Canada, Australia, UK, Russia, North Korea, China, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Iran.

Top10 International FZ LLE | 17th Floor, Creative Tower | 4422 | Fujairah | TRN: 100608946800003