The developing economies of Asia have rightly been dubbed the factories of the world. However, with currencies and wages appreciating will Asia start losing market share to other developing regions and even witness a reversal of the outsourcing trend as developed economies become more competitive?

Throughout 2012 we saw action from both the US Fed and the European Central Bank in an effort to stimulate the global economy but to little effect.  Some investors might expect the economic stagnation to continue in 2013 but what should pragmatic investors anticipate? 

Investing in Asian tigers is normally considered a growth opportunity, but Hederson is now finding good income opportunities in this market. It outlines its case in the latest HFEL Asian Review.

The UK equity market is very international with some two-thirds of company profits coming from overseas. 

If you want to invest for income, fast growing Asian tigers have not traditionally been the markets to choose.  However, despite the economic slowdown, over last 12 months Asia has become one of the places to find a yield. Companies and markets there are maturing, meaning cash flow can be returned to shareholders.

The past month has seen action from both the US Fed and the European Central Bank in an effort to stimulate the global economy. Some investors might expect a sudden pick-up in economic momentum, but what should pragmatic investors anticipate? For more read this report from The Bankers Investment Trust PLC.