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Sterling Today: Pound-Dollar Surges on US-Iran Deal Hopes

7 May 2026 at 10 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK Sterling Today: Pound-Dollar Surges on US-Iran Deal Hopes

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate pushed sharply higher on Wednesday, buoyed by renewed confidence that the conflict in the Middle East may soon ease. At the time of writing, the pair was trading near $1.3622, up roughly 0.6% from the start of the day. The US Dollar (USD) came under notable pressure on Wednesday, with a...

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Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: Can GBP Sustain Gains Above 1.36?

6 May 2026 at 2 PM - Written by Frank Davies

STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: Can GBP Sustain Gains Above 1.36?

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has pushed above 1.3600 as markets weigh persistent geopolitical risks against growing political uncertainty in the UK. Sterling continues to draw support from elevated UK yield expectations, but investors remain cautious ahead of this week’s local elections and key US economic data, with...

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GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Edges Higher on Rising Hormuz Tensions

5 May 2026 at 10 PM - Written by Tim Boyer

STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Edges Higher on Rising Hormuz Tensions

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate crept higher on Tuesday, supported by a mild pickup in market confidence. At the time of writing, the pair was hovering around $1.3490, marking a slight gain of roughly 0.2% compared to the day’s opening levels. The US Dollar (USD) found it difficult to build momentum on Tuesday, even as...

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Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Retreats as Iran Tensions Boost Oil, USD

5 May 2026 at 9 AM - Written by Frank Davies

STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Retreats as Iran Tensions Boost Oil, USD

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) briefly surged to 6-week highs above 1.3650 before retreating back toward 1.3550, as renewed tensions in the Middle East triggered a rebound in oil prices and supported the dollar. Volatile trading conditions persist, with geopolitical headlines and upcoming US labour market data likely to...

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Pound to Dollar Forecast: Can GBP Sustain 1.36 as Rate Bets Shift?

4 May 2026 at 12 PM - Written by James Fuller

STORY LINK Pound to Dollar Forecast: Can GBP Sustain 1.36 as Rate Bets Shift?

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) is holding just below 1.3600, after rebounding from support near 1.3450, as markets continue to navigate a mix of central bank caution and geopolitical uncertainty. The Bank of England has adopted a wait-and-see stance on interest rates, helping to steady Sterling, while broader dollar moves...

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Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Hits 1.36 Ahead of Key US PMI Data

1 May 2026 at 9 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Hits 1.36 Ahead of Key US PMI Data

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has pushed higher to around 1.3600, marking fresh upside momentum as the dollar remains under pressure following the Federal Reserve decision and cautious policy signals. Markets are now turning their focus to the upcoming US ISM Manufacturing PMI release, with expectations for a modest...

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GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Gains as US GDP Miss Pressures Dollar

1 May 2026 at 8 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Gains as US GDP Miss Pressures Dollar

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate strengthened on Thursday, with Sterling benefiting from a more upbeat market mood while the ‘Greenback’ was pressured by a series of headwinds. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at $1.3576, having gained over 0.7% during the session. The Pound (GBP) traded cautiously at the...

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Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Below 1.35 After Fed Holds Rates

30 Apr 2026 at 10 AM - Written by David Woodsmith

STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Below 1.35 After Fed Holds Rates

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has edged lower to around 1.3485 after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, with markets reacting to a cautious tone and ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Iran situation. Sterling struggled to hold recent highs near 1.36 as the dollar found modest support following a split policy...

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GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Dips on Fears of Prolonged Iran Blockade

29 Apr 2026 at 7 PM - Written by James Fuller

STORY LINK GBP/USD Forecast: Pound Sterling Dips on Fears of Prolonged Iran Blockade

The Pound US Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate weakened on Wednesday as concerns mounted over a sustained disruption to energy exports from the Middle East. At the time of writing, GBP/USD was trading at approximately $1.3496, marking a modest decline from Wednesday's opening levels. The US Dollar (USD) moved higher during...

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Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Falls as Oil Prices Surge

29 Apr 2026 at 10 AM - Written by Tim Boyer

STORY LINK Pound Sterling to Dollar Forecast: GBP Falls as Oil Prices Surge

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has slipped below 1.3500, retreating towards 1.3460 as rising oil prices and weaker risk appetite boosted demand for the US dollar. Brent crude’s surge to three-week highs near $105 has unsettled markets, with ongoing Middle East uncertainty and upcoming Federal Reserve and Bank of England...

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