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The Polish Zloty (PLN) remains supported by a stabilizing monetary policy environment, as the National Bank of Poland (NBP) maintains interest rates at current levels in response to cooling inflationary pressures. With inflation measured at 3.1% in May, Governor Glapinski has indicated that the present rate trajectory is sufficient to anchor price stability despite ongoing volatility from energy-related supply-side shocks. Economic indicators reinforce this neutral outlook, characterized by a moderating domestic expansion reflected in a 3.5% GDP growth rate for the first quarter of 2026. Furthermore, the deceleration of wage growth has reduced the necessity for aggressive tightening, leading analysts to converge on a forecast of unchanged rates through late 2026. Consequently, the diminished risk of further hikes suggests a period of policy consistency that should underpin the PLN’s current valuation in the medium term.
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National Bank of Poland Preview
The National Bank of Poland is expected to maintain its current interest rate level in the upcoming July meeting as it monitors core inflation and the impact of expired fuel subsidies. ING economists forecast rates will remain unchanged at 3.75% for the remainder of 2026.
Poland Central Bank Governor Turns More Dovish
National Bank of Poland Governor Glapiński has signaled a move toward a more dovish policy stance, suggesting a potential 25bp rate cut could occur after the summer. While ING maintains a baseline of flat rates for the remainder of 2026, the risks have shifted toward earlier easing.
EM FX Daily Report
This report provides a daily update on Emerging Market FX, highlighting a constructive bias toward EM risk as geopolitical tensions ease. Diverging monetary policies are creating specific opportunities, notably favoring HUF over PLN.
National Bank of Poland Interest Rate Outlook
NBP Governor Glapinski indicates that current interest rates are sufficient to control inflation, signaling a prolonged pause in rate changes. ING expects rates to remain steady through the end of 2026.
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