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GBP/USD Forecast: Softer Wage Growth Weighs on Pound Sterling

19 May 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Softer Wage Growth Weighs on Pound Sterling

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate moved lower on Tuesday following the release of weaker-than-expected UK labour market figures. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at around $1.3396, down roughly 0.4% from the opening levels of Tuesday’s session. The Pound (GBP) came under pressure on Tuesday as disappointing labour market data brought Sterling’s recent gains to a halt. According to figures...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound to Euro Flat after Mixed UK Jobs Data

19 May 2026 at 8 PM - Written by James Fuller

STORY LINK Pound to Euro Flat after Mixed UK Jobs Data

The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate was trapped in a narrow range on Tuesday, as the UK’s latest labour market data left Sterling lacking direction. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at €1.1520, virtually unchanged on the day. The Pound (GBP) struggled to build on Monday’s gains during Tuesday’s session, as a weaker-than-expected UK labour market report dampened demand for Sterling. The latest...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP/USD Rebounds from 6-Week Lows

19 May 2026 at 3 PM - Written by Frank Davies

STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP/USD Rebounds from 6-Week Lows

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) recovered from fresh 6-week lows near 1.3300 as a retreat in UK bond yields and a softer US dollar helped Sterling stabilise after heavy recent losses. Markets remain highly sensitive to global bond market volatility, inflation fears and ongoing political uncertainty in the UK, while developments surrounding Iran and Federal Reserve policy continue to dominate broader currency...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP Battles Back as Bond Market Fears Persist

19 May 2026 at 3 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP Battles Back as Bond Market Fears Persist

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) rebounded from fresh 6-week lows near 1.1450 after markets reacted positively to comments from Andy Burnham backing the UK’s fiscal rules and renewed hawkish rhetoric from the Bank of England. Despite the recovery, Sterling sentiment remains fragile as investors continue to grapple with mounting political uncertainty, surging bond yields and fears over the wider economic impact of...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Recovers as UK Bond Markets Stabilise

18 May 2026 at 8 PM - Written by Frank Davies

STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Recovers as UK Bond Markets Stabilise

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate strengthened on Monday, clawing back some of last week’s losses as UK political concerns began to ease and British bond markets stabilised. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at $1.3393, up around 0.5% on the day. The Pound (GBP) climbed on Monday as investors appeared to take a calmer view of the UK’s political backdrop. Pound Sterling had been knocked last...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

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...

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