EUR: ECB says monetary stimulus still essential

The euro remains strong against the dollar. However, the single currency’s strength against the dollar could be threatened by rising U.S bond yields and concerns over higher inflation rates there. Minutes from the European Central Bank’s last meeting have been...


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GBP: Pound strong amid anticipation for PM speech

The pound rose to a near 1-year high yesterday against the euro and continues to strengthen against the dollar. Sterling’s strength comes from the UK’s efficient vaccine programme and optimism over economic recovery. Markets will be listening closely to Prime Minister...


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Pound hits near 1-year high against euro

The pound is strong this morning against both the euro and the dollar, after rising to a near 1-year high against the euro yesterday. The combination of a successful vaccination programme and optimism over the UK’s economic recovery continues to boost sterling. In...


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