BlackRock Investment Institute
June 29, 2026
Weekly Investment Commentary
Weekly UpdateCommoditiesEquitiesFXEnergyInformation Technology
The U.S. dollar remains strong, but this no longer mandates a broad sell-off in emerging markets. Investors should pivot toward selectivity in EM and AI-exposed sectors.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The U.S. dollar's strength does not signal broad emerging market weakness; selectivity is preferred.
- 2.AI investment themes remain robust despite a temporary retreat in chip and memory stocks.
- 3.EM equities and debt offer selective opportunities, particularly in Latin America, due to commodity exposure and AI-related mineral demand.
Table of Contents
- Weekly commentary
- Market backdrop
- Assets in review
- Week ahead
- Big calls
- Tracking five mega forces
- Granular views
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Authors
Jean BoivinWei LiAxel ChristensenMichel Dilmanian
Securities
MSCI Emerging Markets IndexBrent Crude
Themes
Artificial Intelligence BuildoutGeopolitical Fragmentation
Regions
North AmericaEuropeLatin AmericaUnited StatesChinaJapan
