About 9.5% of daily trades. Referred to as “Cable,” it’s volatile but widely traded due to the strength of the UK and U.S. economies
RBNZ’s Karen Breman confirms the economic outlook aligns closely with the Monetary Policy Committee’s expectations. Inflation remains a key focus amid subdued growth. Persistent monetary policy settings likely needed to secure price stability while global uncertainties loom.
RBNZ Assistant Governor Simon Breman states the economic outlook continues to evolve largely in line with the Monetary Policy Committee’s expectations. This reinforces the central bank’s cautious approach to keeping interest rates restrictive as inflation gradually moves toward target, amid a tight labor market and moderating growth. Market watchers see stability ahead for monetary policy and the NZD unless significant new developments arise.
This week’s pivotal central bank meetings—Fed, BoE, and SNB—will shape GBP/USD direction as markets closely watch policy decisions, forward guidance, and macro data. Fed’s tone on rate cuts, BoE’s hold stance, and SNB’s potential surprise could shift currency flows. Technical outlook awaits key triggers.
The British pound has weakened notably following a series of disappointing UK economic reports. Slower GDP growth, persistent inflation above target, cooling labor market signals, and subdued retail sales have heightened concerns about the UK’s recovery momentum. As the Bank of England balances inflation control with growth risks, sterling’s sensitivity to economic data remains pronounced, driving volatility against major currencies.
GBP/USD stands at a pivotal range of 1.33 to 1.44 as markets brace for the Bank of England and Federal Reserve meetings this week. Inflation, growth prospects, and central bank signals will drive volatility and set the tone for the pair’s next moves. Traders should watch key technical levels and policy guidance closely.
GBP/USD faces a critical week as the BoE and Fed unveil monetary policy decisions amid persistent inflation and labor market concerns. Speculative traders brace for volatility, weighing central bank signals and macro data—will sterling hold ground or face pressure against the dollar? Stay tuned.
GBP/USD faces a critical week from 14th to 19th December 2025 as policy stances from the BoE and Fed remain cautious amid mixed economic data. Technically, the pair is range-bound between strong support near 1.2500 and resistance around 1.2800. Watch for a decisive break above 1.2800 to target 1.3000 or a dip below 1.2550 risking a slide toward 1.2400. Market positioning ahead of key data releases suggests volatility could intensify. #Forex #GBPUSD #WeeklyForecast
Nomura forecasts EUR/USD to rise to 1.17-1.20 in 2026, driven by expected ECB-Fed policy divergence. While the ECB may tighten amid persistent inflation and wage growth, the Fed is likely to ease as US growth softens. This shift could reverse recent Dollar strength and lift the Euro.
GBP/USD showed mixed momentum this week—testing resistance near 1.2816 but unable to break through decisively. With the BoE signaling possible rate cuts amid easing inflation and the Fed maintaining a ‘higher-for-longer’ stance yet hinting at future easing, the pair navigates a narrow range. Key levels to watch: resistance at 1.2816 and support around 1.2650. Traders should monitor UK and US economic data for fresh catalysts.
GBP/USD shows resilience amid ongoing volatility as the US Dollar softens after Fed signals slower rate cuts. GBP buoyed by data-dependent BOE stance and cautious UK optimism. Technicals reveal support near 1.2612 with resistance around 1.2866—range-bound action likely to persist. #Forex #GBPUSD
