May 20, 2024 09:24 GMT
EUR/PLN Holds Close To 4.26
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EUR/PLN oscillates around unchanged levels, last dealing at 4.2606. The recent sell-off has lost momentum just above 4.26 as local sell-side desks suggested that the zloty appears to have run out of potential for further near-term appreciation. Economic activity data may provide a fresh catalyst later this week, even as they are unlikely to materially change the outlook for monetary policy.
- ING write that EUR/PLN should operate near 4.26 in the coming days, before strengthening to 4.20 at the turn of the quarter, although the US presidential election is a downside risk for the zloty. Santander see potential for a corrective rebound in EUR/PLN, which could be supported by seasonal factors (bank dividend payments) and the parliamentary debate on putting the NBP Governor on trial. Pekao note that EUR/PLN would need fresh catalysts to breach 4.26, which could be provided by data this week.
- Over the weekend, NBP's Ireneusz Dabrowski said that inflation may reach +6%-7% Y/Y if the government raises the cap on energy prices as announced. Dabrowski noted that interest rates are at optimal levels amid concern about fast growing wages, adding that rate hikes are unlikely, in his view.
- The WIG20 Index refreshed its cyclical highs and last operates 0.5% above neutral levels. POLGB yields are marginally higher across the curve.
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