Emerging Asia bond yields rise faster as oil prices surge amid Iran conflict

10 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 30

A Bloomberg analysis finds average 10-year yields in the region may climb 16 basis points for every 10% increase in Brent oil prices.
The Iran conflict, now in its third month, is driving oil prices higher and increasing risks for regional bond markets, which may not have fully priced in these shocks.
Historical data since 2017 suggests the vulnerability of emerging Asia bonds to oil price shocks could intensify, raising concerns among market watchers about future volatility and investment stability.

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