Asian Economies Show Resilience Amid Energy Shock from Iran War

Asian economies are demonstrating resilience amid the energy shock resulting from the Iran war, as reported by Semafor. Experts had anticipated significant economic damage because these economies imported 90% of the oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz prior to the conflict.

However, the economies have performed better than expected. The resilience stems partly from more efficient energy use and the accelerating electrification of transport fleets, according to a Goldman Sachs report cited by Semafor.

the buoyancy, sustained high energy prices may lead to prolonged inflation, Semafor reported, citing analysts' warnings. On Tuesday, the Bank of Japan maintained its policy rate while projecting an inflation increase. The report highlights that while initial fears of devastation have not materialized, the long-term effects on inflation remain a concern for the region.