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Pound to Euro Rebounds from Political Selloff
18 May 2026 at 7 PM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK Pound to Euro Rebounds from Political Selloff
The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate strengthened on Monday, as Sterling benefitted from fading fears over an imminent Labour leadership contest.
At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at €1.1493, up roughly 0.3% on the day.
The Pound (GBP) firmed on Monday, clawing back some of last week’s losses as fears over UK political turbulence started to ease.
With Prime Minister Keir Starmer appearing to have...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Euro to Dollar Forecast: Rising Energy Costs Keep Pressure on EUR/USD
18 May 2026 at 8 AM - Written by Frank Davies
STORY LINK Euro to Dollar Forecast: Rising Energy Costs Keep Pressure on EUR/USD
The Euro to Dollar exchange rate (EUR/USD) slumped to fresh 5-week lows near 1.1620 as rising energy prices, elevated US inflation and renewed geopolitical tensions combined to boost demand for the dollar.
Markets have sharply scaled back expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts following another strong US inflation reading, while persistent uncertainty surrounding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz continues to support...
CATEGORIES: Euro Dollar Forecasts
Pound to Dollar Week Ahead Forecast: Bond Sell-Off, Political Uncertainty Rattle GBP
18 May 2026 at 7 AM - Written by James Fuller
STORY LINK Pound to Dollar Week Ahead Forecast: Bond Sell-Off, Political Uncertainty Rattle GBP
The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) slumped to fresh 5-week lows near 1.3300 as intensifying UK political turmoil, rising bond yields and growing fiscal concerns combined to hammer Sterling sentiment.
Despite stronger-than-expected UK GDP data, investors remained deeply sceptical over the country’s economic outlook amid mounting speculation surrounding Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s political future and renewed...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
Pound to Euro Week Ahead Forecast: Burnham Speculation Sparks New GBP Weakness
18 May 2026 at 7 AM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK Pound to Euro Week Ahead Forecast: Burnham Speculation Sparks New GBP Weakness
The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) came under sustained pressure as intensifying UK political turmoil and another sharp sell-off in government bonds fuelled fears of a deeper Sterling downturn.
Investors remain increasingly concerned about the future of Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the potential economic implications of a prolonged Labour leadership battle, with rising gilt yields and fiscal concerns weighing...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Pound Sterling to Euro Forecast: Can GBP Recover After Breaking Below 1.15?
17 May 2026 at 4 PM - Written by Ben Hughes
STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Euro Forecast: Can GBP Recover After Breaking Below 1.15?
The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) slumped to fresh 5-week lows below 1.1460 on Friday as mounting speculation surrounding a potential leadership bid from Andy Burnham rattled UK markets and reignited fears over Britain’s fiscal outlook.
Sterling came under renewed pressure as investors reacted nervously to rising gilt yields and the prospect of a more left-leaning Labour leadership, although GBP/EUR later...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Pound to Dollar Forecast: GBP Falls Over 1% Following Burnham News
15 May 2026 at 2 PM - Written by Frank Davies
STORY LINK Pound to Dollar Forecast: GBP Falls Over 1% Following Burnham News
The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) plunged over 1% late on Thursday as investors following the latest Burnham news.
Pound Sterling showed resilience despite growing speculation surrounding Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s future, while markets also monitored developments linked to President Donald Trump’s China visit and the evolving Middle East situation.
GBP/USD Forecasts: Below 1.35
The Pound to Dollar...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP Steadies After Burnham Plunge
15 May 2026 at 2 PM - Written by Tim Boyer
STORY LINK British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP Steadies After Burnham Plunge
The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) remained trapped below 1.15 as investors closely monitored the escalating political crisis surrounding Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Although stronger-than-expected UK GDP data provided brief support for Sterling, persistent leadership speculation, elevated gilt yields and concerns over fiscal stability continued to limit confidence in the Pound outlook.
GBP/EUR Forecasts:...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Pound to Euro Tumbles as Burnham Speculation Hits Sterling
14 May 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK Pound to Euro Tumbles as Burnham Speculation Hits Sterling
The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate moved within a tight range on Thursday, with Sterling sentiment continuing to be shaped by developments in UK politics and renewed speculation surrounding Andy Burnham’s return to Westminster.
At the time of writing, the GBP/EUR exchange rate was trading at around €1.1483, down roughly 0.5% on the day.
The Pound (GBP) traded without clear momentum on Thursday as investors...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling at One-Month Low on Burnham News
14 May 2026 at 8 PM - Written by Ben Hughes
STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling at One-Month Low on Burnham News
The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate struggled to capitalise on stronger UK GDP data on Thursday, as persistent political uncertainty in Britain and speculation surrounding Andy Burnham’s return to Westminster kept Sterling under pressure.
At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at $1.3405, down roughly 0.9% on the day and hovering close to a one month low.
The Pound (GBP) struggled to regain ground on...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
Euro to Dollar Forecast: EUR/USD Pressured by Rising US Inflation Expectations
14 May 2026 at 1 PM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK Euro to Dollar Forecast: EUR/USD Pressured by Rising US Inflation Expectations
The Euro to Dollar (EUR/USD) exchange rate edged lower on Thursday as stronger US inflation expectations and rising Treasury yields continued to support the US Dollar.
At the time of writing, EUR/USD was trading near $1.1705, down approximately 0.1% on the day and close to its lowest levels in almost a week.
The pairing has struggled to regain momentum after slipping steadily from last week’s highs above the 1.1790...
CATEGORIES: Euro Dollar Forecasts