Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD rises above 1.2600 on weak US jobs data

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GBP/USD rises above 1.2600 on weak US jobs data

The Pound Sterling (GBP) climbs against the US Dollar (USD) and crosses the 1.2600 figure on Thursday, with traders awaiting the release of United Kingdom (UK) Retail Sales data. Meanwhile, a soft United States (US) jobs report weakened the US Dollar. The GBP/USD pair trades at 1.2616, up 0.25%. Read More...

Pound Sterling gains further against US Dollar on higher US Initial Jobless Claims

The Pound Sterling (GBP) moves higher slightly above 1.2600 against the US Dollar (USD) in Thursday’s North American session. The GBP/USD pair gains as the market sentiment is slightly favorable for risk-perceived currencies, with investors gaining confidence over the potential Russia-Ukraine truce has also improved the market mood. Read More...

GBP/USD steadies near 1.2600, downside appears due to Trump’s tariff threats

GBP/USD holds ground after registering losses in the previous two successive days, hovering around 1.2590 during the Asian session on Thursday. However, the pair faces pressure as concerns over tariffs from US President Donald Trump lent support to the US Dollar (USD). Trump has confirmed that a 25% tariff on pharmaceutical and semiconductor imports will take effect in April. Additionally, he reaffirmed that auto tariffs will remain at 25%, further escalating global trade tensions. Read More...

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