Iran war exposes big market concentration risk. It isn’t in US stocks
By CNBC
March 6, 2026, 1:09 PM EST
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(CNBC): Investors have been flocking to emerging markets for high stock gains, but recent U.S.-Iran tensions have highlighted the risks. The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM) has shown strong performance, particularly in Asia, with tech stocks dominating. South Korean stocks faced extreme volatility due to energy supply concerns in Asia.
Transformation: Investors have increasingly turned to emerging markets for stock gains, but recent geopolitical tensions have raised concerns about risk. The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM) has performed well, mainly in Asian tech stocks. South Korean stocks saw significant volatility amid energy supply worries in Asia.
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