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Pound to Dollar Forecast: GBP Rises as Fed Decision Weakens USD

30 Oct 2026 at 8 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) climbed towards 1.3370 as Sterling benefited from a calm market reaction to Chancellor John Healey's Budget and a softer US Dollar following the Federal Reserve's latest decision. The Fed held rates at 4.00%, but Chair Kevin Warsh's relatively measured comments tempered expectations of aggressive tightening, allowing the Pound to extend its recovery from support near...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: Lagarde Resignation Sends GBP to 19-Month High

30 Oct 2026 at 7 AM - Written by James Fuller

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) climbed to fresh 19-month highs as the Euro came under pressure following ECB President Christine Lagarde's surprise resignation. Pound Sterling also benefited from a calm reaction to Chancellor John Healey's Budget, with UK gilt yields edging lower and markets maintaining strong expectations of a Bank of England rate hike next week. GBP/EUR Forecasts: 19-Month Highs The...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound Sterling Forecast: Falling UK Gilt Yields Lift GBP/EUR towards €1.20

29 Oct 2026 at 8 PM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate edged higher on Thursday after the European Central Bank (ECB) left interest rates unchanged and offered little encouragement to investors expecting further monetary tightening. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at approximately €1.1963, up modestly from Thursday's opening levels and approaching the psychologically important €1.2000 mark. The Euro (EUR) weakened...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Rises as UK Gilt Yields Hit Five-Week Low

29 Oct 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate climbed on Thursday as falling UK government borrowing costs provided support for Sterling following Wednesday's Autumn Budget. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at around $1.3370, up approximately 0.3% on the day. The Pound (GBP) strengthened as investors continued to assess Chancellor John Healey's first Autumn Budget, with the initial reaction in UK bond markets...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound to Dollar Forecast: GBP Recovers Despite Surging Energy Prices

29 Oct 2026 at 8 AM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) recovered above 1.3300 after falling to 10-day lows near 1.3270, as the Dollar surrendered some of its gains despite renewed energy-market concerns. Chancellor John Healey's Budget had little immediate impact on Sterling, leaving global risk appetite and the Federal Reserve's interest-rate guidance as the main drivers of the pair. GBP/USD Forecasts: Attempt to Recover from...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: UK Budget Growth Downgrade Halts GBP Rally

29 Oct 2026 at 7 AM - Written by James Fuller

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) retreated from 18-month highs above 1.1960 after Chancellor John Healey's Budget revealed a sharp downgrade to the UK's 2027 growth outlook. Pound Sterling held close to 1.1940 as continued Euro weakness limited the decline, but reduced fiscal headroom and the decision to defer difficult spending choices raised questions over the sustainability of the government's plans. GBP/EUR...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Below 1.33 after UK Autumn Budget

28 Oct 2026 at 7 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate struggled for direction on Wednesday as investors assessed the UK's Autumn Budget and awaited the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate decision. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at approximately $1.3297, marginally below Wednesday's opening levels. The Pound (GBP) struggled to attract support after Chancellor John Healey delivered his first Autumn Budget, with...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound-to-Euro Rate Slips as OBR Cuts UK Growth Forecast to 1%

28 Oct 2026 at 6 PM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate retreated from a 17-month high on Wednesday as Chancellor John Healey's Autumn Budget revealed a weaker outlook for UK economic growth. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at around €1.1938, having slipped from an overnight peak of €1.1957. The Pound (GBP) came under pressure ahead of the Budget as investors remained cautious about the Chancellor's plans for taxation,...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound to Euro Forecast: Best Exchange Rate in 17 Months Ahead of UK Budget

28 Oct 2026 at 7 AM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate edged higher on Tuesday as continued concerns over France's political and fiscal outlook weighed on the single currency, although uncertainty ahead of the UK's Autumn Budget limited Sterling's gains. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at €1.1947, just below last week's 17-month high of €1.1954. The Euro (EUR) remained under pressure on Tuesday as political instability...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound-to-Dollar Forecast: Could Budget Trigger a Sterling Sell-Off?

28 Oct 2026 at 7 AM - Written by James Fuller

The Pound to US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate edged lower on Tuesday as uncertainty surrounding Wednesday's Autumn Budget kept investors cautious towards Sterling. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at approximately $1.3307, slightly below Tuesday's opening levels. The Pound (GBP) struggled to attract support as markets awaited Chancellor John Healey's first Autumn Budget, with concerns over the UK's public...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts