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Pound-to-Euro Steady as Dollar Weakness Offers EUR Rates Relief

15 Oct 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate was little changed on Thursday, with a retreat in the US Dollar helping the single currency recover some ground following its recent decline. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at approximately €1.1820, broadly in line with levels seen at the beginning of Thursday's session. A softer US Dollar (USD) provided some respite for the Euro (EUR) on Thursday, allowing...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound-to-Dollar Forecast: GBP/USD Bounces as US Treasury Yields Retreat

15 Oct 2026 at 12 PM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) rebounded towards 1.3250 after falling to 16-week lows near 1.3160 following hotter-than-expected US inflation data. Stronger UK GDP and a retreat in US Treasury yields helped Sterling recover, although persistent underlying US price pressures have reinforced expectations of further Federal Reserve tightening. GBP/USD Forecasts: Rebound from 16-Week Lows The Pound to Dollar...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: Strong UK GDP Keeps GBP Near 16-Month High

15 Oct 2026 at 12 PM - Written by James Fuller

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) held close to 16-month highs around 1.1820 after stronger-than-expected UK GDP data provided Sterling with fresh support. The economy expanded by 0.1% in August against forecasts for a contraction, while persistent French fiscal concerns continued to undermine the Euro, leaving the Pound within reach of key resistance at 1.1850. GBP/EUR Forecasts: Pound Sterling Holds Near...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound to Euro Rate Today: ECB Comments Push GBP/EUR to New High

14 Oct 2026 at 8 PM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate advanced to a fresh 16-month peak on Wednesday, as comments from European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde put the single currency under pressure. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at €1.1851, its strongest level since June 2025. The Euro (EUR) fell to fresh multi-month lows on Wednesday, with its negative correlation to the US Dollar (USD) and remarks from...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

GBP/USD Forecast: Hot US CPI Sends Pound Sterling Lower as Fed Hike Bets Jump

14 Oct 2026 at 7 PM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate came under significant pressure on Wednesday, with stronger-than-expected US inflation figures triggering a sharp sell-off in Sterling against the ‘Greenback’. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at around $1.3189, down approximately 0.5% from Wednesday’s opening levels. Fresh inflation data sent the US Dollar (USD) sharply higher on Wednesday, as price pressures...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: GBP/EUR Near 16-Month Best as UK Growth Upgraded

14 Oct 2026 at 10 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate fluctuated around its highest levels in 16 months on Tuesday, following an upward revision to the UK’s growth outlook for 2026. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at €1.1835, having briefly revisited Monday’s 16-month high of €1.1838. The Pound (GBP) edged higher against weaker-performing currencies on Tuesday, following an upgrade to the International Monetary...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: Will US Inflation Test Sterling Recovery?

14 Oct 2026 at 10 AM - Written by Frank Davies

Sterling made modest gains against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) delivered a more optimistic assessment of the UK’s economic prospects for 2026. At the time of writing, the GBP/USD exchange rate was trading at approximately $1.3242, up almost 0.3% from the start of Tuesday’s session. An improved outlook from the International Monetary Fund helped lift the Pound (GBP) on...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

British Pound to Euro Forecast: EU Reset Hopes Push GBP/EUR to 16-Month High

13 Oct 2026 at 11 AM - Written by James Fuller

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) has climbed towards 16-month highs around 1.1820 as renewed hopes of closer UK-EU relations provide Sterling with fresh support. French fiscal concerns continue to weigh more heavily on the Euro than Britain's own debt problems, although warnings that Chancellor John Healey faces a £35bn Budget challenge highlight the risks to the Pound's recent rally. GBP/EUR...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts

Pound to Dollar Forecast: Middle East Risks, US CPI Put GBP on Alert

13 Oct 2026 at 11 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has held firm around 1.3240 after avoiding another test of support near 1.3200, but escalating geopolitical tensions threaten to revive Dollar demand. Fresh Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian energy assets and uncertainty surrounding Russia and Ukraine have kept oil markets on alert, while Wednesday's US inflation report could reinforce expectations of another Federal Reserve...

CATEGORIES: Pound Dollar Forecasts

Pound to Euro Hits Best Exchange Rate in 16 Months as French Debt Fears Grow

12 Oct 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate got off to a positive start this week, with the pairing climbing to a fresh 16-month high. At the time of writing, GBP/EUR was trading at approximately €1.1833, marking a gain of around 0.2% since the start of Monday's session. Fresh concerns over France's precarious fiscal position continued to drag on the Euro (EUR) on Monday, with investors turning their attention...

CATEGORIES: Pound Euro Forecasts