‘Outlook has grown more daunting’: Moody’s warns on Asia-Pacific growth, sees slowdown to 4% in 2026 amid heightened Middle East risks

Middle East war: Asia-Pacific economies are set for a significant slowdown. Growth is projected to fall in the coming years. This is due to rising commodity prices from the Middle East conflict. U.S. tariff policies also create ongoing uncertainty. These factors are impacting export-dependent nations. The region faces a challenging economic outlook.