A Moody’s report warns that India and other Asia-Pacific economies face rising credit stress due to the ongoing Gulf conflict. Higher energy prices and supply disruptions, particularly for fuel, food, and industrial inputs, will impact import-dependent nations. Producers heavily reliant on Middle Eastern oil and naphtha are most exposed.
FPIs bet small on local debt, inflow pickup seen far away
April witnessed a slight inflow of foreign investments into Indian debt, but the atmosphere remains one of caution. Influences like escalating US and Japan interest
May 2, 2026