Lazard Emerging Markets Equity Portfolio Q1 2026 Commentary
The Lazard Emerging Markets Equity Portfolio gained value in the first quarter of 2026 and outperformed the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, which declined slightly. Emerging Asia posted the weakest performance due to concerns over an oil shock impacting its economy, while Latin America led gains with strong returns. Regional differences in energy dependence were a key driver of performance. The portfolio benefited from its strategic positioning relative to benchmark exposures.
- ▪The Lazard Emerging Markets Equity Portfolio rose in absolute terms during Q1 2026.
- ▪The MSCI Emerging Markets Index declined 0.2% over the same period.
- ▪Emerging Asia fell 1.5%, the worst regional performance, due to oil shock concerns.
- ▪Latin America rose 14.6%, the best regional return, supported by low exposure to Middle Eastern crude oil.
- ▪The portfolio outperformed its benchmark index in the first quarter.
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