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Pound to Dollar Forecast: "Bullish Outside Range Reversal" say Analysts

24 Mar 2025 at 3 PM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound US Dollar exchange rate traded mostly flat on Monday as the UK and the US both released their respective preliminary S&P Global PMIs. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at approximately $1.2925, virtually unchanged from the start of Monday’s session. Pound (GBP) Stays Strong despite Mixed PMIs On Monday, the...

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Canadian Dollar Resilient on Trade War Inflation Fears, BoC Cuts Rates to 2.75%

12 Mar 2025 at 9 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Bank of Canada (BoC) warning over inflation was slightly more hawkish than expected and provided some Canadian dollar support after the latest interest rate cut, although trading conditions remained volatile given the on-going trade war with the US. According to Governor Tiff Macklem "We ended 2024 on a solid economic footing. But...

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Pound Sterling Steadies Against Euro and Dollar, but Tariff Talk Injects Fresh Fear

25 Feb 2025 at 10 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

After sliding to 11-week lows early on Monday, the dollar index bounced back amid fresh concerns over US tariff policy with President Trump insisting that tariffs on Canada and Mexico would go ahead on March 4th. US rhetoric on tariffs and Ukraine will remain key short-term market elements with further volatility inevitable amid...

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Pound Jumps Against Euro and Dollar on UK Retail Sales Sterling Boost

21 Feb 2025 at 7 AM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound posted gains against the Euro and US Dollar after the latest UK data releases with strong retail sales and tax receipts data for January easing unease over the economy. The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) hit fresh 2-month highs just below 1.2680 while the Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) held firm around 1.2075....

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US Inflation Moves Reverse, While the Pound Rises Following GDP Data

15 Feb 2025 at 5 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

Wednesday’s CPI-inspired moves have mostly reversed and the US dollar is surprisingly lower since the release. The pound is the best-performing G7 currency on Thursday, with a +0.4% gain against the USD. GDP data for December and Q4 was better than expected, although the figures were still weak and won’t alter the BoE’s...

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Pound Sterling Holds Weekly Trump Tariff Gains Against Euro and Dollar

14 Feb 2025 at 9 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

The British Pound spiked higher against the Euro (GBP/EUR) and US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rates on the headline UK GDP data but failed to hold the gains as the details within the data were notably less favourable and reinforced reservations over the underlying outlook. ING commented, “Fourth-quarter UK GDP wasn't as bad as it could...

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Pound Sterling Under Pressure vs EUR and USD as BoE Speeches to Clarify Dovish Shift

11 Feb 2025 at 8 AM - Written by Frank Davies

Monday’s session on foreign exchange rate markets has been volatile for the third week in a row as more tariff news hits the headlines. The pound sterling is slightly lower following last week’s BoE meeting and the dovish shift in voting patterns. Both Governor Bailey and MPC member Catherine Mann are due to speak on Tuesday...

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Pound to Euro and Dollar Exchange Rates Rally Ahead of US Jobs Test

7 Feb 2025 at 11 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound vs Euro (GBP/EUR) and Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rates dipped in immediate reaction to Thursday’s Bank of England (BoE) rate cut before rallying on Friday. Domestic data has provided an element of support for the Pound, and markets also took note of comments from BoE Governor Bailey that not too much should be read...

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US Dollar Slides vs Pound, Euro as Trump Delays Tariffs Action

20 Jan 2025 at 10 PM - Written by Tim Boyer

The US Dollar (USD) edged lower in European trading and then posted sharp losses against the Euro (EUR) and Pound Sterling (GBP) following reports that the Trump Administration will not move to impose immediate tariffs on key trade partners. From lows close to 1.2160, the Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate surged to 10-day highs...

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British Pound Sterling Slides Against Euro and Dollar on 2025 UK Stagnation Fears

2 Jan 2025 at 11 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

The British Pound weakened at the start of 2025, while the US Dollar made further headway against European currencies. The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate retreated to 1.2040 while the Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate dipped to 7-month lows at 1.2470. There are increased market concerns that the UK economy will struggle...

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