Westpac
May 21, 2026
The Wrap on Asia
Macro ThematicMacro Economic IndicatorsFXCommoditiesInformation TechnologyEnergy
The report analyzes Asia's vulnerability to Middle East supply shocks and climatic risks like El Niño, highlighting a widening performance gap between tech-driven and energy-dependent economies.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Asia is disproportionately exposed to Middle Eastern supply shocks due to high reliance on oil and LNG imports and the significance of agriculture.
- 2.A 'K-shaped' divergence is emerging where tech-exposed economies (South Korea, Taiwan) outperform energy-importing, services-oriented ones (India, Philippines).
- 3.China's active management of the Renminbi is acting as an anchor for broader Asian currency stability.
Table of Contents
- Mapping out Asia …
- ... in charts
- Corporate Directory
- DISCLAIMER
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Authors
Illiana Jain
Securities
USDCNY
Themes
Energy Dependency vs. Tech LeverageK-Shaped Labor MarketsClimatic Supply Shocks
Regions
Asia PacificIndiaChinaSouth Korea
