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In today's global economy, corporations (and individuals) are confronted with a broad spectrum of risk. Among these are the political risks associated with foreign ventures and investment. With the success of overseas operations influenced by the actions of host governments and competing political actors, political risk management has become an essential component of any profitable foreign investment strategy.

The economies of the developing world offer a wealth of investment opportunity. The risks associated with operations in unfamiliar and potentially hostile environments, however, are also great. Violent political conflict (i.e., civil war, terrorism, racial and ethnic discord, coup d'etat, and systemic collapse) can have profound negative effects on foreign direct and indirect investment. The business environment is also influenced by elections, government corruption, labor disputes, institutional reform, and shifts in public policy.

Political risk analysis, however, entails more than simply identifying sources of risk. It is a dynamic process which evaluates opportunity as well as risk, providing a compass for investment in the expanding global marketplace. At Summit Analytical Associates, we provide clients with the analytical expertise and tools to manage political risk exposure and capitalize on opportunities in the emerging markets.

Emerging Market Risk Reports provide timely, essential analysis of select emerging market states. To sample our services, Summit Analytical Associates encourages you to download a complimentary risk report.

We invite you to browse this site to learn more about political risk, Summit Analytical Associates, and the work we do.