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Momentum on CZK Remains Firm Ahead of CNB Meeting

CZECHIA
  • This week, the CNB is expected to raise its benchmark rate by 75bps to 4.5% (Feb 3).
  • Even though further tightening is likely to lead to more downward revision in growth expectations, the majority of Czech policymakers have made it clear that they will continue to hike rates if inflationary pressures remain elevated.
  • Momentum on CZK has remained firm ahead of the meeting; EURCZK keeps testing new lows, gradually approaching its key support at 24.20. Next level to watch on the downside stands at 24.
  • This morning, economic data showed that the economic activity accelerated by 3.6% YoY in Q4 2022, more than expected (2.9%), up from 3.3% the previous quarter.
  • Manufacturing PMI came in slightly lower than expected at 59 (vs. 60.5), down from 59.1 the previous month.

Source: Bloomberg

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