GBP in the spotlight: latest news

The WTI Crude Oil price has encountered significant resistance at the $66 level, leading to a pullback from this point.

The weekly forecast for major markets from February 1 to February 6, 2026, covers oil, forex, gold, silver, and indices, highlighting key levels and providing an outlook on market trends.

The GBP/USD exchange rate has declined from its four-year highs following a rebound in the dollar, driven by speculation surrounding Kevin Warsh's potential appointment.

The GBP/EUR exchange rate increased yesterday, recovering from losses experienced in the previous session.

In December, net lending to individuals in the United Kingdom reached £6.1 billion, matching economic forecasts.

Countries that previously distanced themselves from China during its trade conflict with the United States are now sending their leaders to Beijing for discussions with President Xi Jinping.

Mortgage approvals in the UK fell to 61,013, missing the forecast of 64,800. This decline impacted the market, with the EUR/USD rising and gold prices surging. Meanwhile, cryptocurrencies and Microsoft experienced declines amidst ongoing market uncertainty.

The GBP/USD weekly forecast appears subdued as markets have reduced some of their weekly gains due to a recovery in the dollar and profit-taking activities.

After a day filled with significant fluctuations, Wall Street concluded trading with only slight changes, despite a sudden reversal in gold prices.

The Pound Sterling fell on Friday, dipping below the 1.3800 mark following the announcement of Kevin Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve by the Trump administration.

The EUR/GBP exchange rate has risen to 0.8670, yet it continues to hover near the support level of 0.8650. Despite German GDP exceeding expectations in the fourth quarter, investors are now looking forward to upcoming Eurozone data for further insights.

The Pound to Euro (GBP/EUR) exchange rate is currently trading slightly above 1.1550, approaching its highest level in four months. This increase is attributed to recent support from the latest PMI data. Nomura has forecasted a target of 1.1170 for the GBP/EUR pair by May 2026, recommending a sell strategy.

Precious metal prices have fallen significantly, impacting miners, while a surge in bank stocks has bolstered the FTSE 100. Additionally, the pound has weakened as the dollar gains strength.

The GBP/USD pair is experiencing new selling pressure after yesterday's significant price fluctuations, maintaining a bearish outlook during the first half of the trading session.

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has decreased to approximately 1.3730 after struggling to maintain four-year highs over 1.3850, following a significant reversal in market trends.

Gold prices experienced a remarkable surge of nearly 30% from monthly lows to reach new record highs. However, this trend reversed sharply, culminating in the largest single-day loss on record observed on Friday.

The Pound to Euro exchange rate has approached four-month highs near 1.1560. However, upward momentum is beginning to slow as traders are cautious due to warnings from banks about potential pressure on UK yields.

GBP/USD remains strong above the 1.3750 support level on Thursday, driven by ongoing weakness in the US dollar. The current consolidation indicates bullish momentum, reflecting the divergence between central bank policies.

Lloyds Banking Group announced a surprising 12% increase in annual profit on Thursday, prompting the company to upgrade its key performance targets and initiate a £1.75 billion share buyback program.

The GBP/USD year-ahead forecast includes consensus targets based on a survey of over 30 investment banks. A copy of the detailed projections is available upon request.

GBP/USD has rebounded from its recent losses and is currently trading at approximately 1.3830 during the Asian session on Thursday. Technical analysis indicates that the pair is approaching four-year highs, with forecasts suggesting further upward movement toward 1.3850.

The GBP/USD pair is currently at peak levels as focus turns to the Bank of England. Market analysis also includes insights on the British Pound against the US Dollar and the US Dollar against the Japanese Yen. For more details, refer to the market analysis available on Investing.com.

The British pound experienced a slight decline during Wednesday's trading session, but buyers quickly stepped in at the same support level. The market continues to demonstrate resilience.

The GBP/USD forecast shows an upward trend, targeting 1.3925 as confidence in the dollar weakens following the recent FOMC meeting.

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has reached its highest level in four years, climbing above 1.38, as market concerns over a crisis of confidence in the US economy intensify.