Pzena Emerging Markets Focused Value Q1 2026 Commentary
2026-05-04·via All Articles on Seeking Alpha
Summary
After a strong 2025, emerging markets equities were broadly flat during the quarter.
Consumer staples, energy, and information technology were the largest contributing sectors.
While macro uncertainty and geopolitical risks continue to drive volatility across emerging markets, dispersion remains elevated.
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After a strong 2025, emerging markets equities were broadly flat during the quarter. Following a promising start to the year, markets pulled back sharply in March amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Performance at the country level