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Gulf Press > Business > Forex > GBP/USD drops below 1.3350 as UK/US PMI data takes center stage
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GBP/USD drops below 1.3350 as UK/US PMI data takes center stage

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Last updated: 2024/09/23 at 2:33 AM
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The GBP/USD pair is currently trading with a slight downward trend near 1.3310 in Monday’s Asian session, breaking a three-day winning streak. The US Dollar is seeing a modest recovery, which is putting pressure on the major pair. Investors will be closely watching the preliminary September Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) data from both the UK and US, which are set to be released later on Monday. The recent interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) has led to speculation of further cuts later in the year, weighing on the USD and causing it to weaken against the Pound Sterling (GBP).

The Fed’s decision to cut its key overnight borrowing rate by half a percentage point last week, the first cut since the early days of the Covid pandemic, was aimed at achieving sustainable inflation of around 2%. Fed Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that while progress has been made in moving towards the inflation target, there are still risks to reaching employment and inflation goals. The upcoming release of the US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index on Friday will provide more insight into inflation and the future interest rate outlook. Meanwhile, the uncertainty surrounding the US economic outlook, coupled with expectations of further Fed rate cuts, will likely continue to push the USD lower against the GBP.

On the other hand, the Bank of England (BoE) is taking a cautious approach to monetary policy, with Governor Andrew Bailey expressing the importance of keeping inflation low. The BoE recently decided to keep interest rates at 5.0%, following steady Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data in August. The BoE’s monetary policy decisions also play a significant role in influencing the value of the Pound Sterling. The UK’s economic indicators, such as GDP, PMIs, and employment data, all impact the direction of the GBP. A strong economy and positive data releases can attract foreign investment and lead to potential interest rate hikes, strengthening the GBP.

The Pound Sterling is the oldest currency in the world and the official currency of the United Kingdom, accounting for a significant portion of global foreign exchange transactions. Key trading pairs for the GBP include GBP/USD, GBP/JPY, and EUR/GBP. The BoE’s monetary policy decisions, driven by the goal of maintaining price stability through inflation control, have a major impact on the value of the GBP. Adjustments in interest rates by the BoE in response to inflation levels can influence global investor confidence in the UK and the attractiveness of the GBP.

Economic data releases, such as GDP, PMIs, and the Trade Balance, also play a crucial role in determining the health of the UK economy and impacting the value of the Pound Sterling. A strong economy, positive data releases, and a favorable Trade Balance can lead to a stronger GBP, while weak economic indicators can result in a decline in the GBP’s value. The ongoing developments in the UK and US economies, along with central bank policy decisions, will continue to shape the GBP/USD exchange rate in the coming days. Investors will closely monitor upcoming data releases and economic indicators to assess the future trajectory of the GBP/USD pair.

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