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Pound Sterling drops following decrease in US Jobless Claims

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Last updated: 2024/10/31 at 2:50 PM
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The Pound Sterling faced a decline against the US Dollar after the UK budget announcement where the UK Office for Business Responsibility (OCR) revised inflation forecasts, leading traders to expect fewer interest rate cuts by the Bank of England (BoE). The US Initial Jobless Claims came in lower than expected, signaling improvements in the labor market. This, combined with the ADP Employment Change data showing higher private payrolls, puts focus on the US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) data for October. The NFP report is expected to show a lower increase in jobs created compared to the previous month, potentially impacting Federal Reserve (Fed) dovish bets and interest rate decisions.

The US Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index (PCE) inflation for September grew slightly faster than anticipated, with the core PCE Price Index accelerating to 2.7% annually. This inflation data, while it could influence market expectations for the Fed interest rate path, is not expected to significantly impact the disinflation trend. The CME FedWatch tool indicates expectations of a 25 basis point cut in interest rates by the Fed in the upcoming policy meetings.

The Pound Sterling exhibited weakness against the US Dollar after the UK Labour government’s budget presentation, which included significant tax increases and spending allocations in various sectors. The OCR revised inflation forecasts for 2024 and 2025 higher, leading to decreased expectations for BoE interest rate cuts. Investors are looking ahead to the upcoming BoE monetary policy meeting where a 25 basis point cut is expected. The Pound Sterling technical analysis suggests a potential resistance near the 50-day EMA around 1.3060.

Labor market conditions play a crucial role in assessing economic health and currency valuation. High employment and wage growth have positive implications for economic growth and consumer spending, influencing the value of the local currency. Central banks closely monitor wage growth data as it is seen as a key component of underlying inflation levels and monetary policy decisions. Different central banks have varying mandates related to the labor market, with some, like the US Fed, having a dual mandate of employment and price stability, while others like the ECB focus solely on controlling inflation.

In conclusion, the Pound Sterling weakened against the US Dollar after the UK budget announcement, while traders reduced expectations of BoE interest rate cuts. The US labor market data and upcoming NFP report are key factors influencing Fed dovish bets and interest rate decisions. Inflation data and labor market conditions are critical indicators for economic health and monetary policy decisions, with wage growth playing a significant role in shaping inflation levels and policy outlook. Investors will continue to monitor these factors closely to gauge the direction of currency movements and central bank decisions in the coming months.

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