Tag: Emerging Markets
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Asian AI Exposure Drives Outperformance: ClearBridge EM Strategy Q3 2025 Commentary
Market and Performance Overview Emerging markets delivered a robust performance in the third quarter of 2025, with a gain of 10.6% as measured by the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. The outperformance versus many developed markets reflected a broad-based rebound in risk assets, supported by improving earnings visibility, policy normalization in key economies, and a favorable…
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Asian AI Exposure Drives Outperformance: ClearBridge Emerging Markets Strategy Q3 2025 Commentary
Market and Performance Overview Emerging markets delivered a robust third quarter in 2025, rising 10.6% as measured by the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. The rally outpaced developed markets and reinforced the resilience and breadth of opportunities across the asset class. Within this broad backdrop, the ClearBridge Emerging Markets Strategy navigated the quarter with a focus…
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Asian AI Exposure Powers Outperformance in ClearBridge EM Strategy Q3 2025 Commentary
Market and Performance Overview Emerging markets posted a robust quarter, rising 10.6% in Q3 2025 as measured by the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, outpacing developed markets. A notable driver of this outperformance was Asian exposure to artificial intelligence (AI) and technology-enabled growth, with China delivering among the strongest regional gains amid policy support and improving…
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Ringgit Steady Ahead of Domestic MPC and U.S. Rate Decisions
Ringgit Holds Steady Ahead of Key Rate Decisions The Malaysian ringgit opened the session nearly flat against the U.S. dollar as traders braced for important rate decisions from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the U.S. Federal Reserve. With the central bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) set to unveil its stance later in the week, market…
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Local Markets Shine In A Solid Quarter For EM Debt
Overview: A Robust Quarter for Emerging Market Debt Emerging market (EM) debt delivered a notably better performance in the latest quarter as local markets showed resilience amid shifting global rates and improving balance-of-payments dynamics. Investors sought higher yields and diversification from a broad array of EM sovereign and corporate bonds, while local-currency debt benefited from…
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Morgan Stanley’s Quick Change on Argentina Debt Buy Recommendation
Introduction In a surprising turn of events, Morgan Stanley has reversed its positive recommendation on Argentine government bonds, an advice that had only been in place for less than a week. This abrupt change has raised eyebrows and sparked debate among investors, particularly as it follows closely after the critical local elections in Buenos Aires.…
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Morgan Stanley’s Quick Shift on Argentina’s Debt Outlook
Introduction Morgan Stanley, a leading investment bank, recently made headlines with its positive outlook on Argentina’s government debt. This recommendation came just before a pivotal local election in Buenos Aires, showcasing the bank’s belief in a potential upswing in the nation’s economic stability. However, in a surprising twist, just days after the election, this recommendation…