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The Philippine central bank is prepared to raise interest rates to counter the spillover effects of the oil price shock, potentially leading to increased borrowing costs and reduced consumer spending.

Meridian & Saturn Capital, a quantitative hedge fund, has secured a $1 billion mandate to trade Chinese stocks, indicating increased investor interest in the Chinese market.

Global funds are selling Indian stocks at a record pace due to growth concerns stemming from the US-Iran war's energy shock, posing a significant threat to India's economic outlook.

Chinese stocks are outperforming global peers amidst the Iran-driven market rout, with their relative strength on track for the strongest since August 2025.

Pakistan has secured initial IMF approval for $1.2 billion in loans, a crucial step in its $7 billion bailout program, which may stabilize the country's economy amidst rising geopolitical risks.

Asia's central banks are increasing support for emerging-market currencies, which may signal a turning point for these currencies that have been under pressure due to the Iran war.

The SEC and CFTC have signed a memo to harmonize regulation of crypto and other markets, aiming to foster innovation while maintaining market integrity.

The U.S.-Iran conflict has led to increased oil prices and volatility in emerging markets, particularly in Asian economies, highlighting the concentration risk in EM funds.

The article compares two international ETFs, VXUS and SPGM, highlighting their differences in market exposure, with VXUS focusing on global markets and SPGM keeping U.S.

Global X suggests investors consider doubling down on emerging markets due to potential opportunities arising from the Iran war, citing a possible shift in global economic dynamics.

The FRDM ETF, launched seven years ago, is experiencing a sudden surge in growth, indicating a positive trend for the emerging markets it represents.

DoubleLine's Bill Campbell sees a 'virtuous loop' in emerging markets due to a structural convergence between advanced and developing economies, despite escalating tensions in the Middle East.