Originally published on www.marketwatch.com on March 7, 2017, by Zandre Campos
“But if Africa were a stock, it would be a value play. Africa’s strong fundamentals point to real momentum in coming years.”
Despite a dip in foreign direct investments in 2016, experts see Africa as a very promising region for growth. In fact, the International Monetary Fund predicts that Africa will achieve the status of being the world’s second-largest economy within several years. Driving forces behind this projection include a large youth demographic, a growing population, increasing discretionary income and brand loyalty in youth culture. It’s estimated that by 2025, there will be approximately $5.6 trillion worth of business and investment opportunities, creating a strong and diversified African economy. Learn more about why Africa might be an ideal investment choice.