Revved-Up Polish Assets at Risk With Nationalist Ahead in Ballot
Investors in Polish stocks and bonds — among the world's stand-out performers of 2025 — are on edge as a nationalist is projected to win presidential elections, dealing a blow to the pro-European government.
Markets have been concerned that a win by the resurgent right, which has been emboldened by Donald Trump, may unravel Poland's pro-European Union tilt and reverse the rally in the country's assets. The zloty was indicated 0.4% weaker against the euro during Asian trading hours.
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