Fitch Warns Political Instability to Heighten Credit Risks in Asia-Pacific Emerging Markets in 2026
Fitch Ratings flags political instability as a key credit risk for Asia-Pacific emerging market sovereigns in 2026, citing social unrest, fiscal pressures, and investor concerns across Indonesia, Nepal, Philippines, Maldives, and Mongolia.
Fitch Warns of Flat Global Growth in 2026 Amid Rising Fiscal and Political Risks
Fitch Ratings projects global GDP growth will remain largely stagnant in 2026, with major economies facing rising fiscal pressures, political uncertainties, and structural shifts in trade, technology, and financial markets.
ADB Flags Political Instability, Security Risks and External Shocks as Top Threats to Pakistan’s Economic Recovery
The Asian Development Bank has highlighted political uncertainty, security threats, and external shocks as serious obstacles to Pakistan’s economic recovery, urging structural reforms and stronger private sector engagement to secure sustainable growth.