Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne

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Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne

Savita Iyer-Ahrestani has been a regular contributor to Investment Advisor magazine since 2004. Born in India and raised in Switzerland, she came to the U.S. in 1995, and in 2005, moved overseas for a few years, living in Switzerland, India and Holland. She holds a Master's degree in print journalism from Syracuse University’s Newhouse School of Communications and has written for a number of publications, financial and non-financial. She is currently based in State College, Pennsylvania.

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  Nawaz Sharif’s Victory Brings Optimism, Investment Lure to Pakistan

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  May 20, 2013

  Nawaz Sharif’s victory in last week’s general election in Pakistan sent out a wave of optimism and hope for the future of the country, but Pakistan’s new leader has his work cut out for him.

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  Malaysia Is Gateway to ASEAN and Optimal Investment Destination

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  May 13, 2013

  Malaysia has a lot going for it and the foreign direct investment continues to roll in and prop up growth.

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  Granite Hill’s Tanner Looks Long Term With International Investing

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  May 7, 2013

  For Paul Tanner, founder of Granite Hill Capital Management, there’s little debate about global diversification in an investment portfolio

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  Obama’s Visit to Mexico Puts Spotlight on Drugs, Security

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  May 6, 2013

  Six months into President Enrique Pena-Nieto's term, many foreign investors believe the country may finally be turning a corner.

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  Mohamed El-Erian: The 2013 IA 25 Extended Profile

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  April 29, 2013

  Each of the individuals on the 2013 IA 25 were selected for their creativity, success and—of course—impact. And kicking off the extended profiles of the IA 25 honorees is Mohamed El-Erian, who is making his third appearance on the list. With the 2013 IA 25, our 13th annual list of the...

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  Boston Marathon Bombing Puts Spotlight on Global Event Sponsorships

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  April 29, 2013

  Despite terror in Boston, many sponsors, including financial firms and insurance companies, remain committed to marathons, an industry that's become increasingly global.

• Outsourcing Can Make Smaller Accounts Profitable

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  April 25, 2013

  Many financial advisors would be more than willing to serve clients with smaller account balances, but unfortunately, it’s often not possible because running a business is so costly. But FTJ FundChoice has a solution.

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  What Does Your Style Say to Your Clients?

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  April 22, 2013

  Gone are the days of the “guy in a black suit.”

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  High Growth Prospects Create Investor Opportunities in Central Asia

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  April 22, 2013

  The IMF predicts 5.5% growth for Central Asia in 2013, but “we’ve only scratched the surface of the great potential there,” says Global X Funds CEO Bruno del Ama.

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  Brazil’s Olympic Stadium Closure Exposes BRIC Nation's Infrastructure Challenge

  By Savita Iyer-Ahrestani, AdvisorOne  |  April 15, 2013

  Fast-growing Brazil has a serious economic impediment: its shoddy infrastructure. The latest case in point: the recent closure of the stadium in Rio de Janeiro meant to be the centerpiece of the 2016 Olympic Games.