The National Bank of Hungary is expected to keep its policy rate at 6.50% for a 14th straight meeting, maintaining a hawkish stance as inflation remains above target.
Hungary’s National Bank (MNB) will almost certainly leave its base rate unchanged at 6.50% today, leaving the overnight rate corridor unchanged as well. This decision aligns with the widely anticipated policy guidance for a prolonged hold.
EUR/HUF has staged a strong rebound after touching the lower end of its multi-month range near 386. The pair is now testing the 50-day moving average, a key resistance that has limited gains since June, Société Générale's FX analysts note.