It is expected Mexican headline inflation to have moderated slightly to 3.06% YoY in April, remaining close to Banxico’s target level of 3.0%. The core component likely slowed marginally to 2.42% YoY basis.Over the same period in Chile, we expect a substantial trade surplus on the back of falling imports, while exports growth should remain muted.Currency derivatives strategy through Condor construction:We foresee marginal upswings on daily charts of USDMXN in intermediate trend with clear converging signals from RSI (14) and stochastic curves. Although there is no trace of drastic or dramatic movements on either side we still sense some sort of bullish view.Hence, here comes a multiple leg of option strategy for regular traders of this currency cross. A total of 4 legs are involved in the condor options strategy and a net debit is required to establish the position.The trader can construct a long condor option spread as follows:Selling a lower strike In-The-Money CallBuying an even lower strike price In-The-Money CallSelling a higher strike Out-Of The-Money CallBuying another even higher strike price Out-Of-The-Money CallCondor option strategy is best suited when the underlying currency is perceived to have low volatility. Despite the traders who anticipate limited risk and non directional trend, this option trading strategy is structured to earn reasonable profits.
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