The pound came under pressure last night after Boris Johnson raised the prospect of the UK returning to World Trade Organisation rules, if the EU does not offer a ‘Canada-style’ trade agreement. The EU so far has said…
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It’s official: the UK is no longer a member of the European Union. However, as so many commentators have underlined over the last few days, nothing much has changed in practical terms. The transition period extends for another…
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The dollar is stronger this morning ahead of a series of Manufacturing figures, which will offer more insight into the health of the US economy. Balance of Trade figures will be released on Wednesday. As always, the markets…
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The European Union official said its ‘goodbyes’ to the UK last Friday, with Ursula von der Leyen saying it was a ‘very emotional day’ but that ‘strength does not lie in splendid isolation.’ However, for all intents and…
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Sterling is slightly weaker this morning ahead of a speech by Boris Johnson later, which will explain the UK's position ahead of trade negotiations with the EU. He is expected to say that the government wants a trade…
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The UK has officially left the European Union, but in many ways, it’s business as usual. The pound has started the week slightly down against the euro ahead of a speech from Boris Johnson today, which will set…
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The dollar weakened yesterday, ending its safe haven rally. GDP data was released, showing the slowest annual growth for the US economy in three years. The economy also missed the Trump administration’s 3% growth target for the second…
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Although the UK is officially leaving the European Union, there is still plenty more activity expected today. French GDP figures showed an unexpected, although Spanish figures came in as expected. The expected jump in German sales figures didn't…
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