From January 2009 Slovakia will be the eurozone’s newest (and 16th) member. The stability the single currency provides the fast-growing country is attracting considerable investment. But Sara Nunnally says trading on the local stock market remains complicated and risky. Instead, she recommends the numerous international tech companies that are flocking to the area…

It might seem a bit late to jump on the digital photography bandwagon. But Penny Sleuth’s Greg Guenthner says he has found the last hidden opportunity in the industry.

As global “Caravan Capitalism” seeks out the countries offering the lowest production cost, multinational companies are leaving China for Vietnam.

As far as foreign direct investment in Asia is concerned, China is still the undisputed leader, drawing approximately $42.78 billion in just the first five months of the year, an increase of 55% from the same period a year ago.