by Christopher Nye | Sep 29, 2022 | Currency Market Updates
Chaos in the UK economy following last week’s mini-Budget has raised fears over mortgages, as the Bank of England promises an intervention to stop inflation and a run on the pound. So how do interest rates affect mortgages? And why is the crisis affecting sterling?...
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by Charles Purdy | Sep 26, 2022 | Currency Market Updates
It’s hard to know where to start on a day when the pound is facing a bona fide crisis. However, for euro buyers, GBP/EUR is only slightly below the post-referendum average, at its lowest since late 2020. That is due to Europe itself having problems. It could still go...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 30, 2022 | Currency Market Updates
When Sunak was made chancellor the pound leapt up. Will that happen again if he becomes PM? Truss is promising immediate tax cuts that will put money in the wealthy’s pockets; could that boost economic growth and support the pound? Here we check out some of the...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 12, 2022 | Currency Market Updates
Volatile exchange rates and rampant inflation are making the economics of moving abroad hard to plan, especially for those on a fixed income. Effective budgeting is essential. Locking in your exchange rate with a Regular Payment Plan (RPP) and Regular Payment Forward...
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by Christopher Nye | Jul 13, 2022 | Currency Market Updates
The war in Ukraine, ongoing repercussions from the pandemic, high inflation and more are inciting fears that a recession could happen in the UK and globally. Central banks continue to face the difficult challenge of tackling high inflation whilst protecting the...
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by Christopher Nye | May 5, 2022 | Currency Market Updates
How do elections in the UK, EU and US typically impact currencies? Get a quote from us today by completing our simple form. We’ll take a look at your requirements and arrange to speak to you at a suitable time to offer the best possible solution for all of your...
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