Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD rallies past 1.2600 as weak US Retail Sales sink the USD

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GBP/USD rallies past 1.2600 as weak US Retail Sales sink the USD

The Pound Sterling rallied for the second consecutive day on Friday, reclaiming the 1.2600 figure following a dismal US Retail Sales report that reflected American consumers cut their expenses. The GBP/USD trades at 1.2626, up over 0.50%. Read More...

Pound Sterling gains further against USD as US Retail Sales decline faster-than-expected

The Pound Sterling (GBP) posts a fresh eight-week high around 1.2600 against the US Dollar (USD) in Friday’s North American session. The GBP/USD pair strengthens as the US Dollar slumps after the release of the United States (US) Retail Sales data for January. Read More...

GBP/USD moves little around 1.2550 ahead of US Retail Sales data

GBP/USD remains steady around 1.2560 during the Asian hours on Friday following gains in the previous session. The pair appreciated as US President Donald Trump delayed the implementation of reciprocal tariffs. Additionally, the US Dollar (USD) weakens amid falling US yields across the curve, despite ongoing concerns about a global trade war. Read More...

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