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Fed sneezes, but emerging markets aren't catching a cold yet: McGeever

·Economic Times·Impact 3/5 · Notable

The Federal Reserve has taken steps to tighten its monetary policy, but emerging markets are showing unexpected economic strength. This resilience is due in part to stronger fiscal fundamentals and higher bond yields, which give emerging market central banks more room to maneuver. As a result, some countries are even considering cutting interest rates, a move that would have been unthinkable in the past. This shift in investor sentiment towards emerging markets may be a positive sign for their economies.

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Why it matters

The Federal Reserve's tightening measures are not yet affecting emerging markets due to their stronger fiscal fundamentals and high bond yields. This resilience could lead to continued investment in these markets.

Market impact

Impact score
3 / 5
Market signal
Positive / risk-on
Category
Monetary policy
Model confidence
65%

Markets & countries in focus

United States

Transmission channels

Fed tightening→Emerging market resilience→Investor confidence boost→EM equities rise→US dollar weakens

Likely winners & losers

Winners

  • EM equities
  • High-yield bonds

Under pressure

  • US stocks
  • Safe-haven assets

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