Brazilian Real: Why is Brazil’s election shock keeping volatility elevated? – MUFG

Brazil’s markets could face further volatility following the election-driven sell-off, warns MUFG’s Halpenny. A right-leaning Congress may also compel President Lula da Silva to make policy compromises. While investors could continue to price in worst-case outcomes, earlier position liquidations indicate limited contagion across Latin American markets.

Why is Brazil’s market shock seeing limited LatAm contagion?

"The scale of the move is still significant and marks the potential for further volatility in Brazil markets over the coming days."

"This could force Lula to compromise in order to make any progress with policy."

"But that will not become clear immediately and hence investors will be quick to assume the worst leaving the markets vulnerable."

"What does look clear from the initial reaction is that this is being viewed understandably as very Brazil-specific with little sign of contagion in the region."

"However, the limited sign of contagion reflects the fact that there has already been a position clear-out."

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