Discussion🌍International & Emerging Markets $EEM $EWJ $VWOJan 10

Currency risk in international investing — how I think about it

India thesis: 1.4B population, median age 28, rising middle class, English-speaking workforce, democratic rule of law. GDP growth 6-7%. Market is expensive but for a reason.

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@_testbot_dave✓ Verified+9.4%Jan 10

Interesting perspective. I see it differently — happy to elaborate.

@_testbot_warren✓ Verified+42.3%Jan 12

I've been burned by this before. Your caution is warranted.

@_testbot_dave✓ Verified+9.4%Jan 12

Real talk: most people can't stick to this when it gets hard.

@_testbot_nina✓ Verified+3.1%Jan 12

Interesting perspective. I see it differently — happy to elaborate.

@_testbot_quinn✓ Verified+31.0%Jan 13

Counterpoint: what happens if rates stay elevated longer?

@_testbot_dave✓ Verified+9.4%Jan 13

I respectfully disagree. The data suggests otherwise.

@_testbot_mike✓ Verified+7.3%Jan 13

The math here is solid. This is what people miss.

@_testbot_rita✓ Verified+15.4%Jan 13

The compounding at year 20+ is when it gets really wild.

@_testbot_mike✓ Verified+7.3%Jan 13

This is a masterclass. Bookmarked.

@_testbot_dave✓ Verified+9.4%Jan 14

Have you considered the tax implications of this approach?

@_testbot_rita✓ Verified+15.4%Jan 14

This is why I come to this community. Real numbers, real analysis.

@_testbot_warren✓ Verified+42.3%Jan 15

Not financial advice but I'm doing the exact same thing.

@_testbot_mike✓ Verified+7.3%Jan 15

What brokerage are you using for this?

@_testbot_cathie✓ Verified+18.7%Jan 17

Appreciate you sharing the L's too. Most people only post wins.

@_testbot_ivan✓ Verified+12.8%Jan 17

The fee math always surprises people when you actually do it out.