Private equity investors’ response to whipsawing global public markets is more often than not “keep calm and carry on.” That seems to be the case in emerging markets, according to the latest annual data published by the Emerging Markets Private Equity Association. Although it may be somewhat immune from the immediate effects of public market gyrations, the private equity industry doesn’t exist in a vacuum. Macro themes, including slowing growth, currency fluctuations and an abundance of capital could factor more heavily into deal-making in the year ahead. For now, here’s a look at some big takeaways from EMPEA’s data.