USD/GBP Rate & Comments for 29th September 2010
USD/GBP - 1.586
Sterling fell by over 1% against the euro yesterday after downbeat comments by a key Bank of England policy maker left sterling floundering despite hitting a 7 week high of $1.5896/£1 against the US dollar. In a speech to the Hull Chamber of Commerce, Monetary Policy Committee member Adam Posen said that the central bank should start pumping more money into the economy in order to avoid a prolonged slump of the sort that Japan saw in the 1990’s. The markets were not expecting the negative comments and they contrasted sharply with his colleague Andrew Sentance who stated that the Bank didn’t need to restart the Quantitative Easing programme. Sterling hit a low of 1.1634/£1 and $1.5720/£1 following Posen’s comments despite strong data elsewhere. The UK’s trade deficit showed a stark improvement, jumping from -£9.6bn to -£7.4bn which shows that exports are improving. In addition, a survey by the CBI showed a marked increase in sales volume amongst retailers which was positive. However, this data was surpassed by the panic that the unexpected comments made. Today, we have lending data and consumer confidence figures. Speak to a trader now to stay abreast of the volatility.
In the USA, the US dollar suffered yesterday as concerns remained over further Quantitative Easing by the Federal Reserve. This is expected to be announced at the end of the Fed’s next meeting on November 2-3rd. Gold yet again hit a record high today, and US bond yields followed suit as investor confidence plummeted and investors looked for safer haven assets to invest in. Consumer confidence fell in September after poor business conditions and weak employment figures. This, combined with the fact that house prices fell to within touching distance of multi-year lows in July saw the US dollar drop further. Get in touch now to ensure you take advantage of this volatility.
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Wednesday, 29 September 2010
Tuesday, 31 August 2010
USD/GBP Rate & Comments for 31st August 2010
USD/GBP - 1.542
Sterling’s movement last week was dictated by risk sentiment as sterling suffered on increased risk aversion at the start of the week but benefitted towards the end of the week due to gains in global stock markets. UK quarterly growth was revised upwards which is encouraging due to the fiscal consolidation which will take place. However a closer look at the figures revealed this revision was largely down to an 8.5% increase in construction output which will be very difficult to sustain for the remainder of 2010. This has seen many analysts argue that growth is very likely to slow later in the year. This week is a fairy quiet week for data in the UK. Call in now to speak to a trader about your risk management strategies.
The euro has been little changed overnight against sterling and the US dollar. German unemployment figures will headline the European economic calendar today, with expectations calling for jobless claims to fall 20,000. The unemployment rate is expected to remain unchanged at 7.6%. This is a further sign that the euro is being supported by the good performance of Germany whose export economy is benefitting from the Euros weakness against the US$. Call in now for a live exchange rate.
The US dollar continues to move with risk appetite after a series of negative data since the beginning of June. Today is a busy day in the US for economic releases with consumer confidence and the Federal Open Market Committee minutes for August released later tonight. Call in now to ensure you do not miss out on any favourable movements.
Elsewhere, the Bank of Japan has tried to address the recent appreciation of the Japanese Yen by expanding its special loan programme. In Australia retail sales and building approvals both showed better than expected figures overnight.
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USD/GBP - 1.542
Sterling’s movement last week was dictated by risk sentiment as sterling suffered on increased risk aversion at the start of the week but benefitted towards the end of the week due to gains in global stock markets. UK quarterly growth was revised upwards which is encouraging due to the fiscal consolidation which will take place. However a closer look at the figures revealed this revision was largely down to an 8.5% increase in construction output which will be very difficult to sustain for the remainder of 2010. This has seen many analysts argue that growth is very likely to slow later in the year. This week is a fairy quiet week for data in the UK. Call in now to speak to a trader about your risk management strategies.
The euro has been little changed overnight against sterling and the US dollar. German unemployment figures will headline the European economic calendar today, with expectations calling for jobless claims to fall 20,000. The unemployment rate is expected to remain unchanged at 7.6%. This is a further sign that the euro is being supported by the good performance of Germany whose export economy is benefitting from the Euros weakness against the US$. Call in now for a live exchange rate.
The US dollar continues to move with risk appetite after a series of negative data since the beginning of June. Today is a busy day in the US for economic releases with consumer confidence and the Federal Open Market Committee minutes for August released later tonight. Call in now to ensure you do not miss out on any favourable movements.
Elsewhere, the Bank of Japan has tried to address the recent appreciation of the Japanese Yen by expanding its special loan programme. In Australia retail sales and building approvals both showed better than expected figures overnight.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
USD/GBP Rate & Comments for 10th August 2010
USD/GBP - 1.580
Sterling hit a daily high of $1.5998/£1 but slipped away as the pound yet again struggled to break through the $1.60/£1 barrier. Sterling strengthened as the fallout from Friday’s poor US jobs data continued to hammer the US dollar. With many financial options ready to trigger at the $1.60 level, as well as it being a key ‘psychological’ level there is a need for a large ‘boost’ for the pound to push through – and hold firm – away from the $1.50s. This week, we might have just that with the FOMC (the US equivalent of the Monetary Policy Committee) meeting getting under way yesterday evening. There is speculation that there may be further emergency funding injected into the US economy to help jumpstart the floundering economy. The decision is announced today. Aside from that, it was a quiet day on the economic calendar. Out later today, there is UK trade balance data and consumer confidence figures. Ensure you don’t miss out and call in now for a price.
In the USA, the fallout from last week’s unemployment data continues to cause issues for the US dollar. Speculation over further quantitative easing has been high today and with the FOMC meting starting late last night. No recovery occurs in a straight line, and a run of poor data does not necessarily instantly mean that the US is entering a ‘double-dip’ recession. Lloyds TSB are predicting that the UK will enter a similar phase in 6-12 months and that we will see prices back towards the $1.40s. Call in now to take advantage of current pricing.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
USD/GBP - 1.580
Sterling hit a daily high of $1.5998/£1 but slipped away as the pound yet again struggled to break through the $1.60/£1 barrier. Sterling strengthened as the fallout from Friday’s poor US jobs data continued to hammer the US dollar. With many financial options ready to trigger at the $1.60 level, as well as it being a key ‘psychological’ level there is a need for a large ‘boost’ for the pound to push through – and hold firm – away from the $1.50s. This week, we might have just that with the FOMC (the US equivalent of the Monetary Policy Committee) meeting getting under way yesterday evening. There is speculation that there may be further emergency funding injected into the US economy to help jumpstart the floundering economy. The decision is announced today. Aside from that, it was a quiet day on the economic calendar. Out later today, there is UK trade balance data and consumer confidence figures. Ensure you don’t miss out and call in now for a price.
In the USA, the fallout from last week’s unemployment data continues to cause issues for the US dollar. Speculation over further quantitative easing has been high today and with the FOMC meting starting late last night. No recovery occurs in a straight line, and a run of poor data does not necessarily instantly mean that the US is entering a ‘double-dip’ recession. Lloyds TSB are predicting that the UK will enter a similar phase in 6-12 months and that we will see prices back towards the $1.40s. Call in now to take advantage of current pricing.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
Thursday, 5 August 2010
USD/GBP Rate & Comments for 5th August 2010
USD/GBP - 1.583
Sterling slipped off Tuesday’s highs as weaker than expected data on the UK services sector highlighted the possibility that the UK economy may struggle to match the better than expected growth posted in the first half of the year. The figure showed that the services sector was still growing, but not at the rate that had been expected. As a result, sterling fell off from the $1.5968/£1 level seen on Tuesday and is now trading around the $1.58/£1 level. House price data helped sterling, showing prices rose by 0.6% and strong earnings data from Lloyds TSB also helped keep the pound afloat. So far today, Barclays has released strong earnings figures, but a drop in Investment Banking profits has concerned investors. Out later today, there is the Bank of England’s interest rate decision for the month – widely expected to remain on hold. In other news, the Chinese government investment fund is rumoured to have sold $558m worth of shares, equating to £351.4m – the exact amount of Liverpool FC’s club debt, sparking rumours that the Chinese government will announce a takeover. Call in now for live exchange rates (and up to date progress on the Liverpool takeover story).
In the USA, data released yesterday was positive. The ADP non-farm payroll (an important precursor to the key government figures released tomorrow) showed that the US economy added 42,000 jobs last month. Purchasing manager data came in better than expected. Today, there is important unemployment data on the number of claims made for unemployment benefits. Get in touch now for a live price, as Non-Farm payroll is released tomorrow and this can cause volatility.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
USD/GBP - 1.583
Sterling slipped off Tuesday’s highs as weaker than expected data on the UK services sector highlighted the possibility that the UK economy may struggle to match the better than expected growth posted in the first half of the year. The figure showed that the services sector was still growing, but not at the rate that had been expected. As a result, sterling fell off from the $1.5968/£1 level seen on Tuesday and is now trading around the $1.58/£1 level. House price data helped sterling, showing prices rose by 0.6% and strong earnings data from Lloyds TSB also helped keep the pound afloat. So far today, Barclays has released strong earnings figures, but a drop in Investment Banking profits has concerned investors. Out later today, there is the Bank of England’s interest rate decision for the month – widely expected to remain on hold. In other news, the Chinese government investment fund is rumoured to have sold $558m worth of shares, equating to £351.4m – the exact amount of Liverpool FC’s club debt, sparking rumours that the Chinese government will announce a takeover. Call in now for live exchange rates (and up to date progress on the Liverpool takeover story).
In the USA, data released yesterday was positive. The ADP non-farm payroll (an important precursor to the key government figures released tomorrow) showed that the US economy added 42,000 jobs last month. Purchasing manager data came in better than expected. Today, there is important unemployment data on the number of claims made for unemployment benefits. Get in touch now for a live price, as Non-Farm payroll is released tomorrow and this can cause volatility.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
Tuesday, 27 July 2010
USD/GBP Rate & Comments for 27th July 2010
USD/GBP - 1.547
Sterling hit a 5 month high against the US dollar in early trading this morning, tentatively reaching $1.5530/£1 in early trading as investors looked to target ‘riskier’ trades. Following Friday’s generally benign stress test results for European banks, stock markets rose globally yesterday as appetite for risk grew amongst global investors despite heavy criticism of the tests from many commentators for not going far enough. Sterling has benefited from strong economic data recently and this has seen strength against the US dollar. Many analysts pointed to the fact that the pound is limited in where it can go against the US dollar simply by the sheer performance it has put in over the last week, but there is potential for the pound to strengthen further against the euro. After a very quiet day yesterday on the data front, there is CBI realised sales data out today which is a useful indicator of sales volume/ performance amongst retailers and wholesalers. Call in now for a live exchange rate.
In the USA, the major piece of data was US new home sales which provided a rare ray of light in an otherwise gloomy housing market. The figures showed a jump of 23.6% to an annual rate of 330,000 from a downwardly revised figure of 267,000 units in May. This was the largest percentage jump since May 1980 and has been attributed to the expiry of tax credits in April which saw a record low figure in June. Out later today there is consumer confidence data which is expected to show a mild decline following recent poor data. Call in now to take advantage of the best US dollar prices for 5 months.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
USD/GBP - 1.547
Sterling hit a 5 month high against the US dollar in early trading this morning, tentatively reaching $1.5530/£1 in early trading as investors looked to target ‘riskier’ trades. Following Friday’s generally benign stress test results for European banks, stock markets rose globally yesterday as appetite for risk grew amongst global investors despite heavy criticism of the tests from many commentators for not going far enough. Sterling has benefited from strong economic data recently and this has seen strength against the US dollar. Many analysts pointed to the fact that the pound is limited in where it can go against the US dollar simply by the sheer performance it has put in over the last week, but there is potential for the pound to strengthen further against the euro. After a very quiet day yesterday on the data front, there is CBI realised sales data out today which is a useful indicator of sales volume/ performance amongst retailers and wholesalers. Call in now for a live exchange rate.
In the USA, the major piece of data was US new home sales which provided a rare ray of light in an otherwise gloomy housing market. The figures showed a jump of 23.6% to an annual rate of 330,000 from a downwardly revised figure of 267,000 units in May. This was the largest percentage jump since May 1980 and has been attributed to the expiry of tax credits in April which saw a record low figure in June. Out later today there is consumer confidence data which is expected to show a mild decline following recent poor data. Call in now to take advantage of the best US dollar prices for 5 months.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
Tuesday, 29 June 2010
USD/GBP Rate & Comments for 29th June 2010
USD/GBP - 1.505
Sterling had a strong day yesterday, climbing to a 1 ½ year high against the euro and a 7 week high against the US dollar. The pound jumped to 1.2250/ £1 and $1.5104/ £1 as the UK currency continued to benefit from last week’s tight emergency budget. Investors speculated that the Euro zone debt problems would leave the region much weaker than the UK after the new coalition’s tight budget was received well by the financial markets. Many analysts see this as the budget that whips the economy into shape. However, gains against the US dollar have been muted, as many analysts feel that last week’s post-budget gains went too far. Another boost for the pound came as everyone’s favourite Bank of England member Andrew Sentence stated that the latest budget would not remove the need for interest rate hikes in the coming months. Out later today, there is monthly lending data and also data on mortgage approvals. Even though the markets have been moving up, there is nothing to stop the pound dropping – call in now to ensure that you secure the best rate.
In the USA, inflation data for consumer purchases came in slightly better than expected at 0.2% but data on personal income showed a drop of 0.1% on the month. Out later today, consumer confidence data is released that some are expecting to show a slight decline. Get in touch and speak to a trader to ensure that you don’t lose out on strong rates.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
USD/GBP - 1.505
Sterling had a strong day yesterday, climbing to a 1 ½ year high against the euro and a 7 week high against the US dollar. The pound jumped to 1.2250/ £1 and $1.5104/ £1 as the UK currency continued to benefit from last week’s tight emergency budget. Investors speculated that the Euro zone debt problems would leave the region much weaker than the UK after the new coalition’s tight budget was received well by the financial markets. Many analysts see this as the budget that whips the economy into shape. However, gains against the US dollar have been muted, as many analysts feel that last week’s post-budget gains went too far. Another boost for the pound came as everyone’s favourite Bank of England member Andrew Sentence stated that the latest budget would not remove the need for interest rate hikes in the coming months. Out later today, there is monthly lending data and also data on mortgage approvals. Even though the markets have been moving up, there is nothing to stop the pound dropping – call in now to ensure that you secure the best rate.
In the USA, inflation data for consumer purchases came in slightly better than expected at 0.2% but data on personal income showed a drop of 0.1% on the month. Out later today, consumer confidence data is released that some are expecting to show a slight decline. Get in touch and speak to a trader to ensure that you don’t lose out on strong rates.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
Friday, 11 June 2010
USD/GBP Rate & Comments for 11th June 2010
USD/GBP - 1.468
Sterling rose yesterday driven by a stock market rally and the fact that many investors felt that poor sentiment surrounding the UK’s record deficit had already been ‘priced in’ – i.e. the price takes into account the deficit. The pound rose to a high of $1.4667/£1 and hit 1.2147/ £1 against the euro as investors bought back into the pound following poor sentiment earlier in the week over a possible downgrade of the country’s AAA credit rating. The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold for the 15th month running and also kept the Asset Purchase Facility (quantitative easing) on hold at £200bn. This was widely expected, and further settled the markets and helped add to the pound’s strength. In terms of data, there was little out aside from the Bank decision and out today we have manufacturing data which is expected to show a decline. There is however still concerns over the budget on 22nd June which is holding the pound back. Get in touch now to ensure you are set up to deal with any volatility that this causes.
In the USA, a stronger than expected amendment to the trade balance saw investors look elsewhere today. The trade deficit dropped by $0.5bn to -$40.8bn. This saw an increase in risk appetite and meant that the US dollar weakened as investors looked to other currencies. Unemployment data showed that 9,000 more people claimed for unemployment this month over last month, however the unemployment figures were already priced in after last Friday’s poor Non Farm Payroll data. Out today we have retail sales data – get in touch now for a live exchange rate.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
USD/GBP - 1.468
Sterling rose yesterday driven by a stock market rally and the fact that many investors felt that poor sentiment surrounding the UK’s record deficit had already been ‘priced in’ – i.e. the price takes into account the deficit. The pound rose to a high of $1.4667/£1 and hit 1.2147/ £1 against the euro as investors bought back into the pound following poor sentiment earlier in the week over a possible downgrade of the country’s AAA credit rating. The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold for the 15th month running and also kept the Asset Purchase Facility (quantitative easing) on hold at £200bn. This was widely expected, and further settled the markets and helped add to the pound’s strength. In terms of data, there was little out aside from the Bank decision and out today we have manufacturing data which is expected to show a decline. There is however still concerns over the budget on 22nd June which is holding the pound back. Get in touch now to ensure you are set up to deal with any volatility that this causes.
In the USA, a stronger than expected amendment to the trade balance saw investors look elsewhere today. The trade deficit dropped by $0.5bn to -$40.8bn. This saw an increase in risk appetite and meant that the US dollar weakened as investors looked to other currencies. Unemployment data showed that 9,000 more people claimed for unemployment this month over last month, however the unemployment figures were already priced in after last Friday’s poor Non Farm Payroll data. Out today we have retail sales data – get in touch now for a live exchange rate.
Exchange rates change every second - call Smart Currency Exchange for a live up-to-the-minute quote. For individual requirements, visit the SmartCurrencyExchange.com website and for companies visit the SmartCurrencyBusiness.com website.
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