EUR: German elections loom

The euro trailed behind the pound and dollar throughout Tuesday, as the markets wait for the result of the German election. With no major data releases due this week, the eurozone is at the mercy of US and Russian dealings in Riyadh and the choice of the German...


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GBP: Inflation higher than warned

Increased average earnings data buoyed the pound through much of Tuesday, but it closed behind the dollar. However, the Office for National Statistics revealed inflation had risen above predictions, increasing pressure on the government. GBP/USD past year 1 Min 5 Min...


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UK inflation back on the rise

After spending most of the day trailing the pound, the dollar clawed back to lead on sterling and the euro by day’s end. Above expected inflation rises this morning highlighted the challenges facing the UK government. Buoyed by data showing average earnings had...


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USD: Presidents’ Day pause

The US dollar traded in a narrow range against its rivals to start the week – the result of an extended weekend for the stock market. Trading volumes were low yesterday but should start to ramp up today and there is much to consider after one of the most remarkable...


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EUR: Anxiety over Trump and AfD

The euro faces an anxious wait to see who will come out on top in the German elections, with the far-right Alternative für Deutschland expected to do well. That isn’t the only factor making things move. Donald Trump’s policies (both economic and geopolitical) are...


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