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Market Summary by AFORTI: The decrease in inflation in Poland, volatility in currency markets, and the rise in gold prices.

18 March 2024


The past week brought us good data regarding the decreasing inflation. The CPI reading stood at 2.8%. This is significantly lower than the consensus forecast (3.2%) and also meets the NBP's inflation target (2.5% +/- 1%). Despite the good data, caution should still be exercised. We have previously mentioned that we have been dealing with some camouflage of real inflation. The zero VAT on food, which had solid justification during times of very high inflation, now loses its meaning. On one hand, we certainly have rising prices; on the other hand, we have increasing revenues for the budget, estimated at around 12-13 billion PLN. So, will we strongly feel the VAT release in our wallets? Yes and no. Certainly, food prices will rise. On the other hand, restaurateurs mention the possibility of VAT deductions. So, what will happen? In our assessment, the inflation growth is estimated at approximately 1-1.2%. Of course, it's difficult to assess this linearly, especially since we are in a period when vegetable and fruit prices will gradually start to fall as usual. Of course, the initial prices will shock, but the second quarter calms the situation and prices stabilize at lower levels.

Looking ahead to the coming months, we can expect the March inflation reading to be even lower, around 2.5%, marking the low point for this year. The April reading will include changes in VAT. Further significant changes await us from the beginning of July when the shield related to energy prices will no longer be in force. Here, we should expect a greater impact on inflation, at a level of around 1.8%. Finally, towards the end of the year, we maintain the forecast for a reading in the range of 6.5-7.2%.

While Polish inflation positively surprised the market, rather adverse data came from across the ocean. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) reading was higher than expected by 0.1%, and ultimately, we dealt with a value of 3.2% versus the expected 3.1%. This was compounded by weak Producer Price Index (PPI) data and minor changes in retail sales. As a result of the published data, we witnessed a significant increase in US bond yields, while stock indices fell.

Looking at our currency market, the zloty, after a fairly strong break below the psychological level of EUR/PLN 4.3000, clearly came under pressure from importers. The lowest levels in 4 years resulted in increased buying activity. We ended the week again around 4.3000, but in our opinion, the EUR/PLN corridor of 4.2500-4.3000 is the scenario for the coming days.

EUR/PLN - perspective of the last 7 days.

xZNw08WoZmAAAAAElFTkSuQmCCRegarding the US dollar, it underwent significant changes against the zloty mainly due to the weakening common currency. Large fluctuations and swings in EUR/USD translated into increased volatility in local market trading. The dollar moved in the USD/PLN corridor of 3.9000-3.9300 during the first half of the week, and after the strengthening of EUR/USD, we ended the week around USD/PLN 3.9500. In our opinion, the dollar has the potential to return closer to 3.9000.

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The mentioned EUR/USD quotes showed significant volatility. The dollar, which initially lost ground against the euro, reaching 1.0950, strongly gained in the second half of the week, strengthening below EUR/USD 1.0800. In our opinion, the coming days should see consolidation of the euro to the dollar around 1.0800-1.0820.

EUR/USD in the perspective of the last 7 days

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Let's take a look at commodity markets. Brent crude oil remained consolidated around 83-85 USD per barrel. The recent days brought no significant signals that would cause major changes.

BRENT crude oil - last month USD/barrel

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Gold established all-time highs in recent days. The interest in purchases was significant enough that we saw levels approaching 2,200 USD per ounce. Ultimately, the price consolidated in the range of 2,150-2,180 USD per ounce. In our opinion, we see potential for further growth.

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Finally, a brief look at our stock exchange. After strong upward trends, we recently saw a correction and a small profit-taking. The level of 84,000 proved to be a temporarily strong resistance level, and we returned to around 82,000. We still expect further upward scenarios.

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