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GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Slips as US Inflation Holds Firm

11 Mar 2026 at 8 PM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound to US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate drifted lower on Wednesday following the release of the latest US inflation data. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading near $1.3392, down roughly 0.2% from the start of the session. The US Dollar gained modest ground after the publication of the newest US consumer price index figures. Data released by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that headline inflation...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound Euro Climbs as Conflict Risks Weigh on EUR

11 Mar 2026 at 7 PM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate advanced on Wednesday as renewed concern over the Middle East crisis, and its impact on global energy prices, undermined the single currency. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at €1.1579, its strongest level in five weeks and up roughly 0.2% on the day. The Euro weakened as a fresh wave of anxiety surrounding the Middle East conflict weighed on the single...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP Gains as BoE Cut Bets Fade

11 Mar 2026 at 4 PM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) has held firm near 1.1550, close to 10-day highs, as rising UK bond yields and a sharp repricing of Bank of England policy expectations supported Sterling. Markets have rapidly scaled back expectations for near-term rate cuts following the recent surge in energy prices, helping the Pound outperform despite ongoing concerns over weak UK growth and subdued consumer...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound to Dollar Forecast: GBP Jumps to 10 Day Highs as Oil Prices Slide

11 Mar 2026 at 4 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) surged to 10-day highs above 1.3480 as a sharp correction in global oil prices improved risk sentiment and curbed safe-haven demand for the US dollar. Sterling benefited from easing energy fears after comments from US President Donald Trump suggesting the Iran conflict could end soon, while a strong rally in UK government bonds also helped stabilise the Pound after recent...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound Sterling Higher as Trump Signals Conflict Could End Soon

10 Mar 2026 at 7 PM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound to US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate strengthened on Tuesday as markets reacted positively to suggestions the Middle East conflict could soon wind down. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading around $1.3331, roughly 0.2% higher than the day’s opening level. The US Dollar slipped after comments from President Donald Trump hinted that hostilities with Iran may soon draw to a close, helping lift global...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound-Euro Steady as Markets Eye Possible Middle East De-Escalation

10 Mar 2026 at 6 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate briefly climbed to a near five-week high on Tuesday, but ultimately traded in a narrow range as markets digested weak German data while weighing hopes that the conflict in Iran could soon draw to a close. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at €1.1549, after earlier rising to a session high of €1.1567. The Euro came under pressure early following the release of...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: Best GBP Buying Levels but UK Risks Loom

10 Mar 2026 at 1 PM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) climbed to five-week highs near 1.1580 as a surge in global energy prices weighed heavily on the Euro and triggered sharp volatility across financial markets. While Sterling has gained ground amid the Euro’s vulnerability to rising oil and gas costs, analysts warn the UK economy also faces mounting risks from higher bond yields and energy-driven inflation, leaving the medium-term...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Recovers as Trump Eases Iran War Fears

10 Mar 2026 at 12 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) slipped back toward three-month lows as a sharp surge in global oil prices triggered a broad risk-off move across financial markets. After briefly strengthening following weak US jobs data, Sterling retreated toward 1.3280 before stabilising near 1.3340, with investors shifting into defensive dollar positions as fears over supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz pushed crude...

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Pound Sterling Slides as Oil Prices Jump above $100

9 Mar 2026 at 8 PM - Written by Ben Hughes

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate dropped sharply at the start of the week as escalating tensions in the Middle East sent shockwaves through global markets. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at $1.3352. Although the pairing recovered from its lowest levels earlier in the session, it remained down 0.4% compared with its opening level. The US Dollar climbed sharply as markets responded to US and Israeli...

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Pound to Euro Firm

9 Mar 2026 at 7 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate traded in a tight range at the beginning of the week, with both currencies restrained by growing concern over the sharp rise in global oil prices. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was sitting close to €1.1545, little changed from the opening levels recorded on Monday morning. The Euro struggled to gain traction as crude oil prices climbed beyond $100 per barrel for the first...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts