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Pound-to-Dollar Outlook: Risk Aversion and Oil Prices Weigh on GBP
24 Jul 2026 at 7 AM - Written by James Fuller
STORY LINK Pound-to-Dollar Outlook: Risk Aversion and Oil Prices Weigh on GBP
The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate fell on Thursday as the escalating US-Iran conflict soured the market mood.
At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at $1.3318, down 0.4% on the day.
The US Dollar (USD) strengthened on Thursday as rising tensions in the Middle East prompted investors to favour safe-haven assets.
Although markets had initially remained relatively resilient despite the escalating...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
Pound-to-Euro Rate Steady after ECB Leaves Rates Unchanged
24 Jul 2026 at 6 AM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK Pound-to-Euro Rate Steady after ECB Leaves Rates Unchanged
The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate was confined to a narrow range on Thursday as investors reacted to the European Central Bank’s (ECB) latest policy announcement.
At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at around €1.1722, virtually unchanged from Thursday’s opening levels.
The Euro (EUR) struggled to find momentum after the European Central Bank concluded its latest policy meeting with interest rates...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Pound to Dollar Forecast: Middle East Conflict Continues to Boost USD Demand
23 Jul 2026 at 10 PM - Written by Frank Davies
STORY LINK Pound to Dollar Forecast: Middle East Conflict Continues to Boost USD Demand
The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has fallen to around 1.3380 after recovering modestly from recent lows, although Sterling remains under pressure as elevated energy prices and renewed geopolitical tensions continue to underpin the US Dollar.
Concerns over the UK's fiscal outlook and fragile gilt market sentiment have also limited demand for the Pound.
GBP/USD Forecasts: Break Below 1.3350
The Pound to...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
British Pound to Euro Forecast: UK Fiscal Outlook Overshadows Softer Inflation
23 Jul 2026 at 10 PM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK British Pound to Euro Forecast: UK Fiscal Outlook Overshadows Softer Inflation
The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) remains under pressure, trading around 1.1735 after retreating from last week's 13-month highs.
Investors continue to focus on the UK's fiscal outlook, with concerns over government spending plans and elevated gilt yields outweighing the positive impact of softer inflation data.
GBP/EUR Forecasts: Testing 1.17
Sterling remained under pressure on Thursday, with the...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Pound Sterling Forecast: Politics and Jobless Claims in Focus for GBP
22 Jul 2026 at 8 PM - Written by Minesh Chaudhari
STORY LINK Pound Sterling Forecast: Politics and Jobless Claims in Focus for GBP
The Pound to US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate traded without a clear direction on Wednesday as investors assessed the latest UK inflation figures.
At the time of writing, GBP/USD was changing hands at approximately $1.3367, little changed from the start of Wednesday's session.
The Pound (GBP) remained broadly stable after the Office for National Statistics (ONS) published June's consumer price index.
The...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
Pound-to-Euro Rate Slips after Mixed UK Inflation Data
22 Jul 2026 at 8 PM - Written by James Fuller
STORY LINK Pound-to-Euro Rate Slips after Mixed UK Inflation Data
The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate was subdued on Wednesday after the UK's latest consumer price index offered little fresh direction for Sterling.
At the time of writing, the GBP/EUR exchange rate was trading at around €1.1714, down approximately 0.1% on the day.
The Pound (GBP) traded in a narrow range on Wednesday after the UK's latest inflation release failed to provide a decisive catalyst for...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Pound-Dollar Forecast: UK Fiscal Concerns Meet Rising Geopolitical Risks
22 Jul 2026 at 8 PM - Written by Frank Davies
STORY LINK Pound-Dollar Forecast: UK Fiscal Concerns Meet Rising Geopolitical Risks
The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has remained under pressure, trading around 1.3380 after retreating from last week's two-month highs.
Sterling has been undermined by renewed concerns over the UK's fiscal outlook, while escalating tensions in the Middle East have boosted demand for the safe-haven US Dollar and lifted energy prices
GBP/USD Forecasts: One-Week Lows
The Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD)...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
British Pound to Euro Forecast: Gilt Yields and Spending Plans Weigh on GBP
22 Jul 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK British Pound to Euro Forecast: Gilt Yields and Spending Plans Weigh on GBP
he Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) has fallen back towards 1.1720-1.1730, extending its retreat from recent 13-month highs as investors remain cautious over the UK's fiscal outlook. While softer labour-market data reinforced expectations that the Bank of England will keep interest rates on hold, concerns over government spending plans and elevated gilt yields have continued to weigh on Sterling.
GBP/EUR...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
GBP/USD News, Forecast: Sterling Supported by Resilient Labour Market Data
22 Jul 2026 at 7 AM - Written by Minesh Chaudhari
STORY LINK GBP/USD News, Forecast: Sterling Supported by Resilient Labour Market Data
The Pound to US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate remained confined to a narrow range on Tuesday as investors digested the latest UK labour market figures.
At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at around $1.3427, little changed from the opening levels of Tuesday's session.
The Pound (GBP) traded with limited direction on Tuesday as encouraging employment figures offset lingering concerns over the outlook for UK...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
Pound-to-Euro Slips as Strong German ZEW Boosts Euro Rates
22 Jul 2026 at 6 AM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK Pound-to-Euro Slips as Strong German ZEW Boosts Euro Rates
The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate edged lower on Tuesday after stronger-than-expected German economic data provided support for the single currency.
At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at around €1.1752, down approximately 0.1% on the day.
The Euro (EUR) firmed on Tuesday after Germany’s latest ZEW economic sentiment survey came in well above expectations.
Confidence in the Eurozone’s largest...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts