The Polish zloty is this week's top performing currency, rising 2.4% since national elections were held. The votes put the pro-European coalition in power, bringing the potential to unlock EU funding.

The safe-haven U.S. dollar firmed in volatile trading on Wednesday as markets took stock of geopolitical risks following news of a Russian-made rocket striking NATO-member Poland.

The Polish zloty is the national currency of Poland, issued by Narodowy Bank Polski. Learn about the zloty’s exchange rate and history.