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Pound Sterling Forecast: Rising UK Energy Costs Keep GBP on the Defensive

27 May 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK Pound Sterling Forecast: Rising UK Energy Costs Keep GBP on the Defensive

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate traded without clear direction on Wednesday as investors reacted to fresh optimism surrounding negotiations between the US and Iran. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at around $1.3442, little changed from the start of the session. The US Dollar (USD) struggled to gain momentum...

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Pound to Dollar Exchange Rate Forecast: GBP Rally Stalls Above 1.35

27 May 2026 at 1 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK Pound to Dollar Exchange Rate Forecast: GBP Rally Stalls Above 1.35

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) pushed to fresh 10-day highs above 1.3500 as improving risk sentiment and hopes for progress in US-Iran negotiations weighed on the US Dollar. However, Sterling struggled to hold gains as investors remained cautious over geopolitical risks, elevated US yields and the prospect of a less dovish...

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GBP/USD Forecast: US Dollar Strengthens after Fresh US Action in Iran

26 May 2026 at 10 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: US Dollar Strengthens after Fresh US Action in Iran

The Pound to US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate edged lower on Tuesday as renewed instability in the Middle East encouraged investors to seek shelter in safer assets. The GBP/USD exchange rate traded around $1.3480 at the time of writing, down roughly 0.2% from the start of the session as market caution intensified. The US Dollar...

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Pound to Dollar Week Ahead Forecast: Fed Expectations and UK Risks Weigh on GBP

26 May 2026 at 8 AM - Written by James Fuller

STORY LINK Pound to Dollar Week Ahead Forecast: Fed Expectations and UK Risks Weigh on GBP

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) remained under pressure as investors favoured the US Dollar amid resilient American economic data, elevated Treasury yields and fading expectations for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. With UK political uncertainty and questions over the Bank of England’s next move lingering in the...

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GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Falls as UK Services Sector Contracts

25 May 2026 at 7 AM - Written by Frank Davies

STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Falls as UK Services Sector Contracts

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) slipped back below 1.3400 after disappointing UK business confidence data reinforced concerns that higher energy costs are beginning to weigh heavily on economic activity. Sterling struggled to gain traction as investors weighed evidence of slowing UK growth against persistent inflation...

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GBP/USD Forecast Update: UK Retail Sales in Focus after PMI Shock

21 May 2026 at 8 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast Update: UK Retail Sales in Focus after PMI Shock

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate traded erratically on Thursday as markets digested the UK’s latest PMI releases. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at $1.3444, virtually unchanged on the day. The Pound (GBP) traded unevenly on Thursday following the release of the UK’s latest flash PMIs for May, with...

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Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Holds Near 1.34 as Bond Yields Surge

21 May 2026 at 4 PM - Written by James Fuller

STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Holds Near 1.34 as Bond Yields Surge

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) remained anchored around the 1.3400 level as rising UK and US bond yields continued to dominate currency markets. Despite softer-than-expected UK inflation data, Sterling held firm as traders maintained expectations for further Bank of England tightening later this year. Meanwhile, elevated...

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GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Falls after Sharp Inflation Slowdown

20 May 2026 at 7 PM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Falls after Sharp Inflation Slowdown

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate traded on the back foot on Wednesday following the release of the UK’s latest inflation figures. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at around $1.3385, marginally lower than the opening levels seen earlier in the session. The Pound (GBP) struggled for momentum on Wednesday after...

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Pound-to-Dollar Forecast: Strong USD Caps GBP Rebound

20 May 2026 at 3 PM - Written by Minesh Chaudhari

STORY LINK Pound-to-Dollar Forecast: Strong USD Caps GBP Rebound

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) rebounded strongly from support near 1.3300, but struggled to sustain gains above 1.3450 as firm US yields and renewed dollar demand offset easing UK political concerns. Sterling remained relatively resilient despite another weak UK labour market report, although traders continue to monitor...

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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...

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