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British Pound to Euro Forecast: Energy Shock and Weak Data Weigh on GBP
1 Apr 2026 at 9 AM - Written by Ben Hughes
STORY LINK British Pound to Euro Forecast: Energy Shock and Weak Data Weigh on GBP
The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) slipped below 1.1500 to three-week lows, as growing doubts over UK economic resilience weighed on Sterling.
Although easing bond yields and stronger equities provided some support, rising energy prices and concerns over growth and fiscal pressures continue to cloud the Pound’s outlook.
GBP/EUR Forecasts: 3-Week Lows
Nomura maintains a negative stance on the Pound with an...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Rebound Amid US Growth Fears
1 Apr 2026 at 9 AM - Written by Frank Davies
STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Rebound Amid US Growth Fears
The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) rebounded slightly above 1.3200 after sliding to four-month lows near 1.3160, as markets weighed growing concerns over the US economic outlook.
While a recovery in risk appetite has provided some support to Sterling, ongoing energy market volatility and uncertainty over Federal Reserve policy continue to limit the scope for sustained gains.
GBP/USD Forecasts: Attempts to Rally...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Rises as Peace Hopes Weigh on Dollar
31 Mar 2026 at 8 PM - Written by Tim Boyer
STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Rises as Peace Hopes Weigh on Dollar
The Pound to US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate moved higher on Tuesday, buoyed by renewed optimism that tensions in the Middle East could ease.
At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading close to $1.3239, up around 0.4% compared to the day’s opening levels.
The US Dollar came under pressure as markets responded to mounting speculation that the US and Iran may be edging toward a diplomatic resolution.
Reports...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
Pound to Euro Edges Higher after GDP and CPI Data
31 Mar 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK Pound to Euro Edges Higher after GDP and CPI Data
The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate inched up on Tuesday as investors reacted to the latest UK growth figures and Eurozone inflation reading.
At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading around €1.1522, marking a gain of roughly 0.2% on the session.
The Pound edged higher, even as the UK’s final fourth quarter growth figures confirmed a modest 0.1% expansion at the end of 2025.
Sterling drew some support from a...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP Slips as Central Bank Uncertainty Grows
31 Mar 2026 at 11 AM - Written by Frank Davies
STORY LINK British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP Slips as Central Bank Uncertainty Grows
The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) dipped to three-week lows near 1.1510 before stabilising, as rising economic concerns and shifting central bank expectations weighed on Sterling.
While easing expectations for an imminent ECB rate hike offered some support, growing fears over a prolonged energy shock and its impact on the UK economy continue to pressure the Pound.
GBP/EUR Forecasts: Dips to 3-Week Lows
The...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Pound to Dollar Forecast: Oil Price Surge Drives USD Strength, GBP Weakness
31 Mar 2026 at 11 AM - Written by Tim Boyer
STORY LINK Pound to Dollar Forecast: Oil Price Surge Drives USD Strength, GBP Weakness
The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has slipped toward 1.3230, hovering close to three-month lows, as rising energy prices and escalating Middle East tensions continue to favour the US dollar.
With geopolitical risks underpinning safe-haven demand and markets bracing for key US labour data, Sterling remains vulnerable to further downside in the near term.
GBP/USD Forecasts: Near 3-Month Lows
The dollar secured...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Falls as Middle East Tensions Escalate
30 Mar 2026 at 9 PM - Written by Ben Hughes
STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Falls as Middle East Tensions Escalate
The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate slipped to its lowest level in a fortnight on Monday, as escalating geopolitical tensions dampened market sentiment and drove demand for safer assets.
At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at $1.3229, down roughly 0.2% on the day.
The US Dollar firmed at the beginning of the week, supported by a cautious market mood as investors gravitated towards safer assets amid rising...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts
Pound to Euro Listless
30 Mar 2026 at 6 PM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK Pound to Euro Listless
The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate wobbled on Monday as investors assessed a mixed set of economic releases from both Germany and the wider Eurozone.
At the time of writing, GBP/EUR hovered near €1.1515, having traded within a tight range throughout the session.
The Euro traded without a clear trajectory as investors weighed the latest batch of Eurozone economic releases.
Initial figures from Germany revealed a...
CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts
Euro to Dollar Forecast: EUR/USD Pressured as Energy Crisis Deepens
30 Mar 2026 at 9 AM - Written by David Woodsmith
STORY LINK Euro to Dollar Forecast: EUR/USD Pressured as Energy Crisis Deepens
The Euro to Dollar exchange rate (EUR/USD) slipped back toward 1.15 as rising energy prices and geopolitical tensions continued to favour the US dollar.
With oil markets driving short-term direction and central banks navigating inflation risks, the Euro remains vulnerable to further downside before a potential recovery later in the year.
EUR/USD Forecasts: Energy crisis
MUFG is continuing to forecast a short-term Euro...
CATEGORIES: Euro Dollar Forecasts
British Pound to Dollar Forecast: Energy Shock and Growth Risks Weigh on GBP
30 Mar 2026 at 7 AM - Written by James Fuller
STORY LINK British Pound to Dollar Forecast: Energy Shock and Growth Risks Weigh on GBP
The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) slipped below 1.3300 during the week as deteriorating risk sentiment and rising energy prices boosted demand for the US dollar.
Despite expectations of tighter Bank of England policy, analysts warn that the Pound faces a difficult balancing act as higher yields clash with slowing growth and volatile global conditions.
GBP/USD Forecasts: BoE dilemma
Bank of America sees the...
CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts