Safest Carry in Emerging Markets Is in Latin American Currencies
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Emerging-market currency volatility has dropped to its lowest level since the start of the year, which is re-energizing carry trades. Latin American currencies are particularly favored as they are perceived to offer the highest returns. This trend positions Latin America as the safest region for carry trades in emerging markets.
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Currency volatility at year low
Emerging-market currency volatility has dropped to the lowest since the start of the year.
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Emerging-market currency volatility has dropped to the lowest since the start of the year.
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Loaded language removedEmerging-market currency volatility has dropped to the lowest since the start of year and that’s re-energizing carry trades, particularly those involving Latin America that are seen to offer the juiciest returns.
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Emerging-market currency volatility has dropped to the lowest since the start of the year.
BloombergLatin American currencies are seen to offer the juiciest returns for carry trades.
OpinionThe drop in volatility is re-energizing carry trades.
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