by Christopher Nye | May 9, 2019
The pound slipped further yesterday afternoon as it became apparent that cross-party Brexit talks would not be reaching a conclusion any time soon. There were even reports that the negotiations were ‘near collapse’, sending sterling even lower. But Prime Minister...
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by Christopher Nye | May 9, 2019
The pound is heading into volatile territory as a sense of urgency hits Brexit talks. Although Theresa May has ruled out a resolution before the European elections, she still hopes to find one before MEPs take their seats. In the EU, forecasts expect moderate growth...
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by Christopher Nye | May 8, 2019
The dollar found itself in a stronger position yesterday due to the latest developments in the US-China trade war. After chief negotiator Robert Lighthizer revealed that China have failed to stick to some of their commitments, Trump threatened a rise in tariffs. This...
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by Christopher Nye | May 8, 2019
Euro saw a slight strengthening against the pound as German industrial production figures showed an unexpected increase. Where the markets had expected a fall of 0.5 percent, they actually came in at plus 0.5, continuing the upward movement from last month. This now...
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by Christopher Nye | May 8, 2019
Sterling took a hit yesterday evening and remains weak this morning due to concerns about Brexit negotiations and increasing calls for Theresa May to resign as Prime Minister. Yesterday she met with Chair of the 1922 Committee, Sir Graham Brady, amid pressure for her...
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