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  "path": "/us-iran-war-raises-credit-risks-for-emerging-markets",
  "publishedAt": "2026-04-24T05:10:02.000Z",
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  "textContent": "\n\n\n\nThe U.S.-Iran war is increasing credit risks for some emerging market issuers through higher energy prices, weaker currencies and tighter financing conditions, Fitch Ratings said in a report released Thursday.\n\nKey transmission channels include more volatile energy prices, exchange rate pressures against the U.S. dollar, tighter international funding conditions, supply-chain disruptions and slower economic growth.\n\nThe extent of the impact will depend on how the conflict evolves and is resolved, although it is already affecting directly exposed issuers, Fitch said.\n\n#### Gulf resilience and risks\n\nMost Gulf Cooperation Council sovereigns have remained resilient so far, supported by alternative export routes, strong net foreign asset positions and potential external support.\n\nHowever, Fitch placed Qatar’s ‘AA’ rating and Ras Al Khaimah’s ‘A+’ rating on Rating Watch Negative, citing longer-term uncertainties related to regional security and the business environment.\n\nThe agency also lowered its baseline 2026 growth forecasts for GCC sovereigns whose hydrocarbon exports pass through the Strait of Hormuz.\n\n#### Sector pressures\n\nIn an adverse scenario of prolonged conflict, higher oil prices, weaker global growth and tighter financing conditions could increase pressure on several sectors, Fitch said.\n\nAsia-Pacific oil refiners would be affected due to their reliance on Middle Eastern crude, while chemicals sector issuers in the GCC, Europe and Asia-Pacific could face higher feedstock costs and further supply-chain disruptions.\n\nAirlines in emerging markets with hubs in countries directly affected by aviation disruptions would be among the most exposed.\n\n#### Banking sector outlook\n\nFitch said refinancing and liquidity risks could rise for GCC banks in a downside scenario.\n\nHowever, banks in the region are largely deposit-funded, and authorities are expected to provide strong support if needed. Most bank issuer default ratings in the GCC are driven by expectations of government support.",
  "title": "US-Iran war raises credit risks for emerging markets, Fitch says"
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