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Pound Sterling decreases amidst uncertainty before US core PCE Inflation

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Last updated: 2024/05/31 at 6:17 AM
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The Pound Sterling is facing pressure against the US Dollar ahead of the release of the US core PCE inflation data. The US inflation data is expected to show steady growth, which will provide cues about the Federal Reserve’s rate-cutting path. A hot inflation reading could impact market speculation for rate cuts in November, while soft figures could boost expectations of lower interest rates from September.

On the UK front, business optimism has improved due to cooling inflationary pressures and expectations for the Bank of England to start reducing interest rates sooner. The Lloyds Bank Business Barometer showed a jump in optimism to the highest level since November 2015. Investors are also watching developments in the upcoming elections, with exit polls indicating that the Labour Party could come into power after 15 years.

Technical analysis shows that the Pound Sterling is holding at 1.2700 against the US Dollar, with the near-term outlook remaining upbeat. The GBP/USD pair is expected to maintain a bullish trajectory as all short-to-long-term Exponential Moving Averages are sloping higher. The Relative Strength Index suggests that the momentum is leaning towards the upside.

The Pound Sterling is the oldest currency in the world and the official currency of the United Kingdom. It is the fourth most traded unit for foreign exchange, with key trading pairs including GBP/USD, GBP/JPY, and EUR/GBP. The value of the Pound Sterling is primarily influenced by monetary policy decisions made by the Bank of England, with interest rates playing a crucial role in achieving price stability.

Data releases such as GDP, Manufacturing and Services PMIs, and employment indicators can impact the value of the Pound Sterling by gauging the health of the economy. A strong economy attracts foreign investment and may lead to interest rate hikes, strengthening the Pound Sterling. Additionally, the Trade Balance indicator, measuring the difference between exports and imports, can also influence the currency’s value.

In conclusion, the Pound Sterling is facing pressure against the US Dollar due to uncertainty surrounding inflation data and the Federal Reserve’s rate-cutting path. However, improved business optimism in the UK could support the Pound Sterling, while upcoming elections and economic data releases will continue to influence its performance. Technical analysis suggests a bullish outlook for the GBP/USD pair, with momentum leaning towards the upside. Investors should closely monitor economic indicators and monetary policy decisions to assess the future direction of the Pound Sterling.

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