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Euro to Dollar Week Ahead Forecast: EUR/USD Hits 6-Week Best

20 Apr 2026 at 9 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Euro to Dollar exchange rate (EUR/USD) has pushed above 1.1800 to six-week highs, as the dollar weakened amid easing geopolitical tensions and renewed doubts over US policy credibility. While markets have priced in optimism over a potential Iran resolution, analysts warn that near-term upside may be limited, even as the broader outlook remains tilted towards further EUR/USD gains. EUR/USD Forecasts: Dollar...

CATEGORIES: Euro Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Dollar Forecast: GBP Tests Highs Amid USD Weakness

20 Apr 2026 at 8 AM - Written by Ben Hughes

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has rallied to 8-week highs near 1.3600, supported by easing energy concerns and growing optimism over Middle East developments. However, with markets already pricing in much of the positive news and UK growth concerns persisting, attention is turning to whether renewed dollar vulnerability can drive further gains or if GBP/USD will struggle to extend beyond the 1.36–1.37...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound to Euro Week Ahead Forecast: GBP Slips on Starmer Pressure

20 Apr 2026 at 7 AM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) has retreated to around 1.1470, pulling back from weekly highs near 1.1520, as political uncertainty and a weaker UK outlook undermine Sterling sentiment. With concerns mounting over Prime Minister Starmer’s leadership and fading Bank of England rate hike expectations, markets are increasingly cautious over whether GBP/EUR can hold above the 1.14 level. GBP/EUR Forecasts:...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

British Pound to Dollar Forecast: GBP Fails to Hold 1.36 Break Higher

17 Apr 2026 at 8 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has edged lower to near 1.3510 on Friday, retreating from 8-week highs around 1.3600 as the dollar stabilises and momentum in Sterling fades. Markets appear to have largely priced in optimism over an Iran resolution, while fading Bank of England rate hike expectations and lingering UK economic concerns are limiting further GBP/USD gains. GBP/USD Forecasts: Edging Back from...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound-to-Euro Forecast: BoE Caution, Weak Economic Outlook Weigh on GBP

17 Apr 2026 at 8 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) has slipped back below 1.1500, trading near 1.1470 on Friday, as markets look past stronger-than-expected UK GDP data and refocus on underlying economic risks. Sterling momentum has faded in recent sessions, with concerns over the UK outlook and Bank of England policy limiting upside and keeping GBP/EUR near the lower end of its recent range. GBP/EUR Forecasts: Held Close to...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: "Best Buy" Narrative Tested by Growth Risks

16 Apr 2026 at 7 AM - Written by James Fuller

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) slipped back towards 1.1500 after failing to hold two-week highs above 1.1520, as markets reassessed the UK economic outlook and Bank of England policy. Sterling’s recent resilience has attracted best-buy interest, but with growth forecasts downgraded and key data looming, investors are increasingly cautious over whether GBP/EUR can hold gains or drift lower towards the 1.14...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Hits 2-Month Best as US Stocks Surge

16 Apr 2026 at 7 AM - Written by Ben Hughes

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) surged to two-month highs above 1.3580, with Sterling emerging as a best buy amid a rally in global equities and improving confidence over easing Middle East tensions. Improving risk appetite has boosted GBP demand while the dollar remains under pressure, although markets are cautious that resistance around 1.36–1.37 could limit further gains. GBP/USD Forecasts: Pound Hits...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP Tests 1.15 Resistance, Defying Bears

15 Apr 2026 at 8 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) pushed above 1.1500 to two-week highs near 1.1510, as Sterling continued to defy bearish expectations amid improving risk sentiment and supportive yield dynamics. However, with resistance building above 1.15 and lingering concerns over UK fundamentals and politics, markets remain cautious over whether the Pound can sustain further gains. GBP/EUR Forecasts: Testing Resistance...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: Momentum Turns Bullish for GBP

15 Apr 2026 at 8 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) surged to six-week highs near 1.3540, as the dollar weakened despite rising oil prices and ongoing Middle East tensions. With momentum turning modestly bullish, markets are now watching whether Sterling can extend gains towards 1.3565, or if renewed geopolitical risks will trigger a dollar rebound. GBP/USD Forecasts: 6-Week Highs The Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP Tests 1.15 as Energy Risks Rise

14 Apr 2026 at 10 AM - Written by Ben Hughes

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) edged back towards 1.1500 after dipping to 1.1465, with Sterling showing resilience despite rising energy prices and renewed geopolitical tensions. However, with Middle East risks intensifying and UK economic data looming, markets are questioning whether the Pound can sustain gains or face renewed pressure below the 1.15 level. GBP/EUR Forecasts: Creep Towards 1.15 The Pound...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts