In 2026, emerging market stocks had their strongest start in many years, rising to the highest level since 2021. The market is optimistic about Asia's rising position in the field of artificial intelligence, driving technology stocks in the region to soar. MSCI's Developing Countries Index rose 1.7% on the first trading day of the new year, reaching its highest level since February 2021. Meanwhile, the corresponding currency index remained flat. The rise in the stock market highlights investors' enthusiasm for assets related to artificial intelligence. The AI theme dominated the global stock market narrative at the beginning of the year. Technology stocks led the way, rising 2.8%, thanks to the excitement brought about by newly listed companies and technology-related developments.

In 2026, emerging market stocks had their strongest start in many years, rising to the highest level since 2021. The market is optimistic about Asia's rising position in the field of artificial intelligence, driving technology stocks in the region to soar. MSCI's Developing Countries Index rose 1.7% on the first trading day of the new year, reaching its highest level since February 2021. Meanwhile, the corresponding currency index remained flat. The rise in the stock market highlights investors' enthusiasm for assets related to artificial intelligence. The AI theme dominated the global stock market narrative at the beginning of the year. Technology stocks led the way, rising 2.8%, thanks to the excitement brought about by newly listed companies and technology-related developments.