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EM Eyes Back-to-Back Weekly Slump as Iran War Sparks Risk-Off

Emerging-market assets are heading for their second week of losses as the Middle East crisis shows no signs of abating and concerns grow over the impact of high oil prices.

Mar 13, 2026 &03041313202631; 21:04 UTC www.livemint.com Trending 4/5

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Negative for markets

Sentiment score: -75/100

High impact Short-term (days)

WHAT THIS MEANS

Emerging market assets face consecutive weekly losses as Middle East tensions escalate and elevated oil prices create economic headwinds. The risk-off sentiment is spreading across EM currencies and equities, with geopolitical uncertainty weighing on investor confidence.

AI CONFIDENCE

85% Very high

SENTIMENT GAUGE

NEWS POWER SCORE

AFFECTED ASSETS

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Euro / US Dollar

EURUSDCurrency

High volatility expected

Risk-off sentiment typically strengthens USD as safe-haven currency while pressuring EUR-denominated EM exposure

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Oil (WTI Crude)

CL=FCommodity

Expected to rise

Middle East geopolitical tensions directly support crude oil prices, creating inflationary pressures on EM economies

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IT→.MI

IT→.MIStock

Expected to decline

European equities vulnerable to EM contagion and energy cost inflation from Middle East crisis

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Euro Stoxx 50

^STOXX50EIndex

Expected to decline

Eurozone exposure to EM weakness and oil price shocks creates downward pressure on European indices

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Bitcoin

BTC-USDCrypto

High volatility expected

Cryptocurrency markets typically experience volatility during geopolitical crises and risk-off periods

PRICE HISTORY

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⚡ SUGGESTED ACTION

Consider reducing EM equity exposure and increasing USD/safe-haven positions. Monitor oil prices closely as a key risk indicator; elevated crude could trigger further EM selloffs and inflation concerns in developed markets.

KEY SIGNALS

Back-to-back weekly losses in EM assetsEscalating Middle East geopolitical tensionsOil price elevation creating inflation concernsRisk-off sentiment spreading globallyEM currency weakness expected

SECTORS INVOLVED

EnergyEmerging MarketsFinancialsConsumer Discretionary

Analysis generated on Mar 16, 2026 at 13:10 UTC

Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by artificial intelligence for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or solicitation. Original reporting by Livemint. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

EM Eyes Back-to-Back Weekly Slump as Iran War Sparks Risk-Off

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