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PPI Inflation Surges to 30Y High

CZECHIA
  • This morning, economic data showed that PPI inflation accelerated to 19.4% in January (vs. 13.2% exp.), up from 13.2%, currently standing at its highest level since January 1992.
  • The Czech government holds weekly meeting; the agenda includes a discussion about the situation in Ukraine and plans for further easing of pandemic measures (BBG).
  • With inflationary pressures expected to start easing in H2 2022, CNB Deputy Governor Nidetzky said on a podcast yesterday that he 'can imagine' that debate on rate cuts could start in late 2022.
  • EURCZK ticks lower this morning after finding resistance at its 50DMA (24.58); next level to watch on the topside stands at 24.68. On the downside, support to watch stands at 24.27.

Source: Bloomberg/MNI

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