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Thoughts on EM currency stability into year-end
Been looking at the EM currency complex and wondering about the likelihood of a significant weakening against the USD before year-end, perhaps a 3-5% broad move. With the fed's hawkish stance and the growing geopolitical uncertainties, it feels like the path of least resistance could be downward for many, even if fundamentals for some EM economies are improving. I'd put the odds around 60-65% for a measurable dip across the board by December, driven primarily by risk aversion rather than domestic EM issues. What's everyone else thinking?
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A broad 3-5% weakening seems plausible, especially if the Fed maintains its hawkishness. While some EM fundamentals look better, the capital flight risk from geopolitical jitters is a real concern and could easily outweigh local improvements.