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Euro to Dollar Forecast: Fed Doubts Lift EUR/USD to Four-Week High

17 Aug 2026 at 9 AM - Written by Frank Davies

STORY LINK Euro to Dollar Forecast: Fed Doubts Lift EUR/USD to Four-Week High

The Euro to Dollar exchange rate (EUR/USD) has climbed to four-week highs above 1.1580 as fading expectations of a September Federal Reserve rate hike weigh on the US currency. The Euro's advance remains vulnerable, however, with European natural gas prices above €60/MWh and continued disruption through the Strait of Hormuz threatening to undermine the region's improving economic outlook. EUR/USD Forecasts:...

CATEGORIES: Euro Dollar Forecasts

Pound-to-Dollar Weekly Forecast: USD Retreat Pushes GBP to Three-Month Best

17 Aug 2026 at 7 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK Pound-to-Dollar Weekly Forecast: USD Retreat Pushes GBP to Three-Month Best

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has climbed to three-month highs above 1.3550 as resilient UK growth, attractive yields and fading expectations of an imminent Federal Reserve rate hike combine to support Sterling. With US inflation continuing to moderate and retail sales weakening, markets are increasingly questioning whether the Fed will tighten at all in September. GBP/USD Forecasts: Fed rethink? SocGen...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound to Euro Week Ahead Forecast: GBP Targets 1.1925 as FX Volatility Collapses

17 Aug 2026 at 7 AM - Written by James Fuller

STORY LINK Pound to Euro Week Ahead Forecast: GBP Targets 1.1925 as FX Volatility Collapses

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) has held close to 1.1700 as exceptionally subdued currency volatility continues to favour Sterling's attractive carry profile. With G7 FX volatility falling to multi-year lows, investors have remained willing to hold higher-yielding currencies despite UK fiscal uncertainty and geopolitical risks, although banks remain sharply divided over whether the Pound can sustain its...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound Sterling to Dollar Outlook: GBP Eyes 1.36 after Weak US Data

16 Aug 2026 at 11 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Outlook: GBP Eyes 1.36 after Weak US Data

The Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate was trading close to 1.3540 at the start of the new week after Sterling reached its strongest level in around three months on Friday. GBP/USD touched 1.3560 before a limited correction, with the 1.3550 area remaining an important near-term resistance zone. Low currency-market volatility and demand for higher-yielding currencies have continued to provide underlying support for...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: UK Growth Tipped to Slow after Strong First Half

16 Aug 2026 at 11 PM - Written by Frank Davies

STORY LINK British Pound to Euro Forecast: UK Growth Tipped to Slow after Strong First Half

The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate was trading close to the important 1.1700 level at the start of the new week after stronger-than-expected UK growth data failed to trigger sustained Sterling buying. GBP/EUR was around 1.1701 in early trading, having briefly moved above 1.1720 last week before giving back the advance. Overall volatility has remained subdued, while elevated UK bond yields and uncertainty...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

GBP/USD Outlook: Soft US Producer Prices Keep Dollar Under Pressure

13 Aug 2026 at 8 PM - Written by John Cameron

STORY LINK GBP/USD Outlook: Soft US Producer Prices Keep Dollar Under Pressure

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate struggled to establish a clear direction on Thursday, with UK GDP, US PPI and broader risk sentiment failing to drive a decisive move. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at $1.3508, marginally higher than at the start of the session. The Pound (GBP) lacked momentum on Thursday, as the latest UK GDP figures failed to provide Sterling with much support. The UK economy...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

GBP/EUR Exchange Rate Dips as Markets Question UK Growth Outlook

13 Aug 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK GBP/EUR Exchange Rate Dips as Markets Question UK Growth Outlook

The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate edged lower on Thursday as investors reacted to the UK's latest GDP release. At the time of writing, the GBP/EUR exchange rate was trading at around €1.1698, down marginally from Thursday’s opening levels. The Pound (GBP) weakened on Thursday despite data showing the UK economy delivered another quarter of respectable growth. Figures from the Office for National...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: Resilient UK GDP Keeps GBP Near 1.17

13 Aug 2026 at 1 PM - Written by James Fuller

STORY LINK British Pound to Euro Forecast: Resilient UK GDP Keeps GBP Near 1.17

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) held close to 1.1700 after stronger-than-expected UK monthly GDP data reinforced confidence in the domestic economy. Pound Sterling's gains remained limited, but the Euro also struggled for support as elevated European gas prices and continued uncertainty surrounding Middle East energy supplies overshadowed improving Eurozone economic data. GBP/EUR Forecasts: Holds Near...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Holds Near 1.35 After Resilient UK GDP

13 Aug 2026 at 1 PM - Written by Frank Davies

STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Holds Near 1.35 After Resilient UK GDP

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) held close to 1.3500 after stronger-than-expected UK monthly GDP data offered Sterling fresh support. June growth comfortably beat forecasts, reinforcing evidence of economic resilience, although the Dollar remained steady after benign US inflation figures reduced expectations of a September Federal Reserve rate hike. GBP/USD Forecasts: Near $1.35 The Pound to Dollar...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound Sterling Forecast: UK GDP Beats Monthly Forecast as Dollar Holds Firm

13 Aug 2026 at 8 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK Pound Sterling Forecast: UK GDP Beats Monthly Forecast as Dollar Holds Firm

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate remained close to the $1.35 level on Thursday after the latest UK GDP figures pointed to resilient economic growth. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at around $1.3480, down modestly on the day after briefly trading above $1.3500 earlier in the session. The Pound (GBP) received some support after the Office for National Statistics reported that the UK economy expanded...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

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