...Better Returns after Volatility: In 2014, Mexican pension funds (Siefores) registered better returns, leaving behind the volatility witnessed in May and August of 2013, when returns saw a significant reduction. The U.S. economic recovery in 2014, lower interest rates and substantial growth in foreign investment flows to emerging markets contributed to much greater financial market stability relative to 2013. Emerging Market Investment Growth: Looking for better returns, investors have increased positions in emerging market debt and equity, as a survey of 30 emerging countries done by the International Institute of Finance (IIF) made clear. Financial Stability in Mexico: Siefores' good performance also results from Mexico's favorable financial environment. Reference rates have remained low, the inflation rate has been under control and exchange rate depreciation has been lower relative to other emerging market currencies. Additionally, growth expectations for Mexico's growth in 2015 are...
