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Can EMs exploit weaker currencies?

EMs are much better placed now than in the past to weather potential problems caused by sharp drops in their currencies. But by the same token, those EMs that have seen the largest falls in their exchange rates over the past few years do not appear particularly well placed to take advantage of the possible economic benefits presented by a weaker currency.

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