Use the globalEDGE^TM site to complete the following exercises:

1. The quality of life in emerging markets sometimes is impacted by the country's financial and fiscal policies. As such, the Global Financial Stability Report is a semi-annual report published by the International Capital Markets division of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The report aims to provide a regular assessment of global financial markets and to identify potential systemic weaknesses that could lead to crises. Locate and download the latest report to prepare a summary of what the IMF sees as the developments and vulnerabilities facing emerging market countries.



2. An important element to understanding the international monetary system is keeping updated on current growth trends worldwide. A German colleague told you yesterday that Deutsche Bank Research's Megatopics are an effective way to stay informed on important topics in international finance. Find a Megatopics report focusing on global growth centers. Which country (or countries) is included in your report? Is the report on established or emerging economies? What are the key takeaways from your chosen report?