EMIS: Third Edition
Welcome to the third edition of the EMIS Insights monthly newsletter, where we bring you the latest industry news and top deals of the month.
We delve into the potential impact of the Silicon Valley Bank collapse on venture capital activity in emerging markets. EMIS offers exclusive coverage on February's M&A landscape in emerging markets, providing insightful analysis of the top deals by region.
Furthermore, we shed light on the driving forces behind the growth of the Brazilian chemical market and bring you the latest news from across emerging markets.
Stay informed and stay ahead with EMIS Insights.
Silicon Valley Bank collapse spells more trouble for emerging market VC activity
In light of Silicon Valley Bank's collapse, questions have been raised about the efficacy of regulations such as Basel III and the Fed's decision to raise interest rates. These are also relevant for emerging markets, which have also implemented Basel III regulations and are fighting inflation through interest rate hikes.
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EMIS looks back on some of the most significant deals throughout February 2023.
Equifax, a global information solutions provider, has agreed to take over Brazilian credit bureau Boa Vista Servicos for BRL 4.24bn (USD 815mn). The purchase price of BRL 8.00 (USD 1.54) per share represents an 89% premium to Boa Vista's closing stock price on 15 December 2022.
Read the full article here.
Explore more on our EMIS M&A Monitor.
Brazil Chemical Sector Insights
Brazil’s chemical sector ended 2022 with net revenues of USD 187bn, up by 27.3% y/y (or BRL 969.4bn, up by 24% y/y), on the back of elevated prices and strong demand for chemical products. The sector plays an essential role in Brazil’s economy, and it represented 3.1% of the country’s GDP in 2021, according to estimates by the Brazilian Chemical Industry Association (ABIQUIM). Nonetheless, Brazil’s chemical sector is heavily dependent on foreign inputs to function.
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Top Stories in Emerging Markets
- Switching to textile sustainability for enhancing India’s garment exports
- Coffee exports cut by 25% in first two months of 2023 in Brazil
- Czech J&T Banka to finance real estate loans in Baltics
- Slovakia’s GDP growth outlook downgraded to 1.3%
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