GBP/USD looking to BoE for support - Scotiabank

Ross J Burland FXStreet

Analysts at Scotiabank explained the recent fundamentals around GBP/USD.

Key Quotes:

"Second-tier survey data provided mixed news on the economy overnight, with the Gfk Consumer Confidence data softening in line with expectations (-10 in Oct, from -9 in Sep) while the Lloyds Business Barometer strengthened modestly (26, from 23).

The GBP remains well-supported ahead of the BoE policy decision Thursday but, with a 25bps tightening more or less fully factored in now – and Brexit risks remaining a clear constraint on prospects – the BoE will have to act and talk hawkishly to keep the GBP supported we feel."

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Ross J Burland

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Ross J Burland, born in England, UK, is a sportsman at heart. He played Rugby and Judo for his county, Kent and the South East of England Rugby team.

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