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El Niño report – June 2016

09.09.2016
By RisCura

Despite its ominous name, El Niño is a natural meteorological event that occurs every seven to eight years. While the impacts of this cyclical event are somewhat predictable, the severity of the latest episode and spill-overs into the socio-economic and macroeconomic arenas have been exacerbated by current market conditions. Low commodity prices, slowing global demand, a low-growth environment, and volatile asset prices have left many of the poorest regions extremely vulnerable.

This report explores:

  • Overview of El Niño
  • Impact and ongoing effects
  • Impact on agri commodities
  • Effect on Southern African countries
  • Country responses
  • Opportunities

 

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Author

  • RisCura is a global financial services firm with more than $200 billion in assets under advice and reporting. We partner with institutional investors across emerging markets, bringing specialist investment management, advisory, and analytical expertise to help clients make informed, long-term investment decisions.

    Guided by our “Invest with Care” philosophy, we recognise that investment decisions are not only about money and numbers, but about the people and futures they affect. Through tailored solutions, deep research, and a client-centric approach, RisCura helps investors navigate complexity, manage risk, and create lasting value for their beneficiaries.

    RisCura is known for its focus on liability-driven investing, responsible investment practices, investment transparency, reliable valuations, independent risk assessments, performance standards, and long-term investment outcomes.

    Our capabilities span investment advisory, investment management, investment analytics, institutional platform services, and alternative investment services. Across these areas, we combine consistent methodology and proprietary tools with deep local insight, recognising that each market is unique while responsible investing remains universal.