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British Pound to Dollar Forecast: GBP/USD Holds 1.34 Despite UK Recession Fears

12 Dec 2025 at 10 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

The British Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) eased to around 1.338 as markets digested a shock 0.1% contraction in UK GDP for October, marking a second straight monthly decline. The data undercut recent Pound Sterling optimism and reinforced expectations of a BoE rate cut next week. Sterling’s ability to stabilise now...

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GBP to USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Softens on UK Economic Concerns

11 Dec 2025 at 7 PM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound to US Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) pulled back from a one-month peak on Thursday as volatility picked up following the Federal Reserve’s final policy decision of 2025. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was hovering around $1.3358, roughly 0.2% below the day’s opening levels. The US Dollar (USD) saw sharp, uneven swings...

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Pound to Dollar Rate JUMPS as FED to Pause After Today's Rate Cut

10 Dec 2025 at 6 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) rallied to 1.33828 on Wednesday after the Fed cut rates by 25bps but signalled a higher bar for further easing, according to Wells Fargo. "The FOMC reduced the fed funds target range and signaled that additional easing will face a higher bar at its next meeting." Despite hawkish dissents,...

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Pound to Dollar Price Forecast: GBP Steady with "Dots to Dictate Reaction"

10 Dec 2025 at 5 PM - Written by Frank Davies

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) traded steadily above $1.33 on Wednesday as markets positioned themselves ahead of the Federal Reserve’s final interest rate decision of the year. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading near $1.3310, almost unchanged from the start of the session. The US Dollar (USD) was muted...

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British Pound-to-Dollar Forecast: GBP Struggles to Hold 1.33 Ahead of Fed

10 Dec 2025 at 11 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) drifted toward 1.3315 as markets turned cautious ahead of the Fed decision and doubts emerged over how far US rates can fall next year. Support above 1.33 looks fragile, especially if Powell delivers a hawkish tone alongside an expected cut. With a BoE move also priced in for next week,...

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GBP to USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Rangebound While Fed Uncertainty Builds

9 Dec 2025 at 9 PM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound to US Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) drifted through Tuesday’s session with little conviction, as traders positioned themselves cautiously ahead of Wednesday’s Federal Reserve interest rate decision. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading around $1.3323, showing minimal movement from the day’s opening...

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Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Consolidation

9 Dec 2025 at 7 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) consolidated above 1.33 after touching five-week highs, with traders now squarely focused on Wednesday’s Fed decision. Markets expect a cut to 3.75%, though officials are likely to temper hopes for rapid follow-up easing. GBPUSD’s path will hinge on Powell’s guidance and whether...

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GBP to USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Drifts on Leadership Uncertainty, Fed Watch

8 Dec 2025 at 5 PM - Written by Ben Hughes

The Pound to US Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) drifted on Monday, slipping back from last week’s six-week high as renewed political unrest in Westminster weighed on Sterling and traders shifted their focus to the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at $1.3316, largely unchanged on...

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Pound-to-Dollar Forecast: Will GBP/USD Rally on FED This Week?

8 Dec 2025 at 7 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) stalled above 1.3350 after a strong run, with both the Fed and BoE poised to cut rates this month. Long-term forecasts diverge sharply, with some banks expecting gains toward 1.45 while others see a slide back to 1.30 by 2026. Direction now hinges on how aggressively the Fed eases next...

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British Pound to Dollar Forecast: GBP/USD Supported as Budget Fear Fades

5 Dec 2025 at 9 AM - Written by Frank Davies

The British Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) climbed to 1.3365 and held firm as post-budget relief and softer dollar sentiment underpinned the pair. The key test now is whether Pound Sterling can break and sustain a move above 1.3400 against the US Dollar, with HSBC targeting gains toward 1.37. Fed cut expectations remain...

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