Most emerging Asian currencies and equities fell on Monday as hawkish comments from US Fed Chair Kevin Warsh boosted bets on a possible September rate hike, strengthening the dollar and pressuring regional assets. A surge in oil prices amid escalating US-Iran tensions added to concerns for energy-importing economies.

(Bloomberg) -- Oil jumped in early Asia trading as Middle East tensions accelerated, while the dollar held gains after hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh…

(Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks dropped and the dollar held its gains after hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh strengthened bets on an interest-rate hike next…