Summary: NBH hiked as expected with 50bps earlier this week and with a statement that was on the hawkish side. EURHUF spot and vols little changed on the highs. Risk reversals and carry also on the highs which makes EURHUF calls rich.
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Hungary hiked as expected with 50bps on Tuesday, slowing down from 100bps hikes in the previous meetings. The statement was on the hawkish side confirming the end of the tightening cycle is far away and that the 1 week deposit will continue to rise with 30bps/month.
EURHUF spot little changed after the rate decision and continue to trade at the highs. Vol remains bid with 1 month at 13.0 and risk reversal at 4.0 for topside, both at 2 months highs. HUF carry is also on the highs with 1 month forward trading 225 pips above spot. All the above makes EURHUF calls rich and we like to sell EURHUF calls.
Sell 1 month 410.00 EURHUF call
Receive 250 pips
Alternative
Sell 1 month 420 EURHUF call
Receive 125 pips
Spot ref.: 396.25
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