J.P. Morgan
May 11, 2026
Sales and Trading EM FX Daily Report
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This report provides daily EM FX trading commentary, highlighting increased political risk in South Africa and a maintained bullish stance on the Turkish Lira despite high inflation.
Key Takeaways
- 1.South African Rand (ZAR) longs are no longer preferred as political risk intensifies regarding President Ramaphosa's impeachment inquiry.
- 2.Despite a higher depreciation pace and reduced carry appeal due to rising inflation expectations, the desk remains long on the Turkish Lira (TRY).
- 3.Hungarian Forint (HUF) shows medium-term bullish potential following opposition election victory, though current price action is influenced by Middle East headlines.
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Authors
Laoise Ni Thighearnaigh
Securities
USDRUBUSDZAREURHUFUSDILSUSDKZT
Themes
Political Risk and ImpeachmentEM FX Carry Appeal vs Inflation
Regions
AfricaEuropeMiddle EastRussiaSouth AfricaTurkiye
