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GBP Retreats as BoE Maintains PolicyThe pound dipped below $1.30, retreating from a four-month high after the BoE held rates at 4.5% and signaled a cautious approach to easing policy, despite recent inflation progress. Global trade tensions added pressure, with new U.S. tariffs prompting retaliatory moves and raising inflation risks. UK data showed weak growth, steady 4.4% unemployment, and wage growth easing to 5.8%, in line with forecasts. In the U.S., the Fed kept rates steady but reaffirmed plans for two cuts this year. If GBP/USD breaks above 1.3050, the next resistance levels are 1.3100 and 1.3150. On the downside, support stands at 1.2860, with further levels at 1.2800 and 1.2715 if selling pressure increases.
by ChartMage
Sterling Stays Firm as Fed Highlights GrowthGBP/USD held near 1.3000 as sentiment stayed upbeat after the Fed reaffirmed 2025 rate cuts, though delayed. Markets still expect a 25 bps cut in June, with Powell highlighting strong US growth and a healthy labor market. The Fed lowered its 2025 GDP forecast to 1.7% from 2.1% and acknowledged trade policy risks but sees inflationary effects as short-lived. Focus now shifts to the BoE’s Thursday rate decision, with no changes expected. On Friday, the UK’s GfK Consumer Confidence is projected to fall to -21.0 from -20.0. If GBP/USD breaks above 1.3050, the next resistance levels are 1.3100 and 1.3150. On the downside, support stands at 1.2860, with further levels at 1.2800 and 1.2715 if selling pressure increases. 
by ChartMage
Sterling Struggles Amid Risk Aversion and US Tariff ThreatsGBP/USD extends its decline for the second consecutive session, hovering around 1.2940 during Friday's Asian trading hours. The currency pair faces difficulties as the Pound Sterling (GBP) weakens due to a negative risk sentiment, which has been further worsened by worries over global trade following US President Donald Trump's threat to impose a 200% tariff on European wines and champagne, creating market instability. If GBP/USD breaks above 1.2980, the next resistance levels are 1.3050 and 1.3100. On the downside, support stands at 1.2860, with further levels at 1.2760 and 1.2660 if selling pressure increases.
by ChartMage
GBP/USD Climbs to 1.2960, Dollar Under PressureGBP/USD trades around 1.2960 in Thursday’s Asian session, extending gains for a third day as the US Dollar weakens with recession fears linked to Trump’s policies. The dollar faces further pressure after February inflation slowed more than expected, raising speculation of an earlier Fed rate cut. Headline inflation fell from 0.5% to 0.2% monthly and from 3.0% to 2.8% yearly, while core inflation dropped to 0.2% monthly and 3.1% yearly. Markets now await US PPI and jobless claims data for further economic signals. If GBP/USD breaks above 1.2980, the next resistance levels are 1.3050 and 1.3100. On the downside, support stands at 1.2860, with further levels at 1.2760 and 1.2660 if selling pressure increases.
by ChartMage
Dollar Weakness Supports GBP Near HighsThe British pound held around $1.29, near a four-month high, as dollar weakness persisted on US economic concerns and tariff risks. Sterling was supported by expectations that UK rates will stay higher for longer, with traders pricing in only 52bps of BoE cuts in 2025. UK’s monthly GDP data for January and the Office for Budget Responsibility’s economic and borrowing forecasts on March 26 are now awaited, which could impact market sentiment. If GBP/USD breaks above 1.2950, the next resistance levels are 1.2980 and 1.3050. On the downside, support stands at 1.2860, with further levels at 1.2760 and 1.2660 if selling pressure increases.
by ChartMage
UK Budget Forecasts and GDP Data Set to Shape Pound’s Next MoveThe pound hovered around $1.29, staying near a four-month high as dollar weakness persisted amid U.S. economic concerns and tariff risks. Sterling remained supported by expectations that UK interest rates will stay high, with traders adjusting BoE rate cut forecasts to 52 bps for 2025. Investors now await January GDP data for economic insights, while the UK’s budget watchdog will release updated economic and borrowing forecasts on March 26, potentially influencing market sentiment. If GBP/USD breaks above 1.2920, the next resistance levels are 1.2980 and 1.3050. On the downside, support stands at 1.2860, with further levels at 1.2760 and 1.2660 if selling pressure increases.
by ChartMage
GBP/USD at 1.2880, Awaits NFP ReportGBP/USD holds modest gains around 1.2880 in Friday’s Asian session, recovering from the previous decline as investors await the US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report. Meanwhile, the US Dollar Index (DXY) extends its five-day decline, pressured by falling Treasury yields, with the 2-year at 3.94% and the 10-year at 4.24%. Markets increasingly expect the Federal Reserve to adopt a more aggressive rate-cutting stance due to economic growth concerns. Analysts at MUFG Bank suggest the Fed may shift focus from inflation control to economic growth, especially amid tariff uncertainties. Consumer confidence has weakened, reflecting rising household concerns. In the UK, expectations for BoE rate cuts in 2025 have dropped below 50 basis points. BoE’s Catherine Mann stated that gradual rate changes are ineffective in volatile markets, advocating for larger cuts to provide clearer policy signals. If GBP/USD breaks above 1.2920, the next resistance levels are 1.2980 and 1.3050. On the downside, support stands at 1.2860, with further levels at 1.2760 and 1.2660 if selling pressure increases.
by ChartMage
GBPUSD - Retracement to the trendline?The GBP/USD pair has exhibited a strong bullish trend since its January lows, currently trading at 1.2876. After reaching recent highs, the price is now at a critical decision point as shown by the chart's resistance area (upper red box) and ascending trendline. The sharp upward movement followed by the recent pullback suggests potential exhaustion of buying momentum, with the red downward-pointing arrows indicating a possible corrective phase ahead. Two scenarios appear most likely from this technical formation: either price continues higher to break above the upper resistance box before initiating a correction, or an immediate correction begins from current levels. In both cases, the lower orange box around the 1.2700-1.2720 area serves as a reasonable target, as does the ascending trendline (marked by the red dashed line) that has supported the uptrend since January. Traders should watch for potential reversal signals or consolidation patterns to confirm which scenario is unfolding. As always don't jump into trades and wait for confirmation! Disclosure: I am part of Trade Nation's Influencer program and receive a monthly fee for using their TradingView charts in my analysis.
Short
by financialflagship
Fundamental Market Analysis for March 6, 2025 GBPUSDThe GBP/USD pairing pressed the accelerator pedal and produced another strong session on Wednesday, rising a further 0.85% and marking a third consecutive session of solid gains. Despite warnings that the UK economy as a whole is weakening, markets rose following Wednesday's Bank of England (BoE) monetary policy hearing. Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said inflation is expected to rise moderately despite weaker growth figures, prompting markets to adjust expectations of a rate cut before the end of 2025. Rates markets now expect less than 50bp of overall interest rate cuts before the end of the year. ADP's employment change for February showed just 77k new jobs, well below the forecast of 140k and March's 186k. Despite this, ADP results have not consistently correlated with Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) since the reporting change in 2022, so the low reading is of little significance. There is little of note on the UK side of the economic data list this week, so the key data for traders remains US Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP), which will be released this Friday. Trading recommendation: BUY 1.2900, SL 1.2820, TP 1.3050
Long
by Fresh-Forexcast2004
Fundamental Market Analysis for March 3, 2025 GBPUSDThe US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the dollar against a basket of currencies, started the new week on a weak note and has already cancelled out most of Friday's gains to more than a one-week high. The British Pound (GBP), on the other hand, continues to post relative gains amid expectations of a less aggressive easing policy from the Bank of England (BoE). That said, concerns over US President Donald Trump's retaliatory tariffs and their impact on the UK economy may keep GBP bulls away from new bets. In addition, geopolitical risks could limit deeper USD losses and limit GBP/USD gains. Meanwhile, signs that the disinflation process in the US has stalled, reinforcing the case for the Fed to take a wait-and-see approach to future interest rate cuts, could also serve as a tailwind for the USD. This could help to further contain GBP/USD and warrant some caution before positioning for a resumption of the recent uptrend from levels below 1.2100, or the yearly low reached on 13 January. The main focus will be on the closely watched monthly US employment data on Friday. The widely-reported Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) figure will shape expectations on the path of the Fed rate cut and drive demand for the dollar in the near term. Trading recommendation: BUY 1.2610, SL 1.2560, TP 1.2690
Long
by Fresh-Forexcast2004
GBPUSD - Dollar’s ​​eye on the Fed?!The GBPUSD pair is above the EMA200 and EMA50 on the 4-hour timeframe and is moving in its ascending channel. In case of a downward correction, the pair can be bought within the specified demand range. The Federal Reserve of the United States has embarked on a process that could have profound implications for the global economy: a reassessment of the framework used to determine interest rates. These rates influence borrowing costs and prices not only in the U.S. but also across much of the world.To implement this reform effectively, the Federal Reserve must first identify the core issue. During the January meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee, central bank policymakers emphasized that the new framework must be “resilient to a wide range of conditions.” This marks a step in the right direction, given that the current framework, established in 2020, proved inadequate in responding to the economic disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2020 framework was introduced at a time when inflation consistently remained below the Fed’s 2% target. To compensate for this shortfall, policymakers committed to allowing inflation to run above target. Specifically, the Fed pledged to keep short-term interest rates near zero until three conditions were met: • The economy achieved maximum sustainable employment, • Inflation reached 2%, • Inflation was expected to remain above 2% for some time. Additionally, interest rate hikes could not begin until the central bank had concluded its asset purchase program, known as quantitative easing (QE)—a process that itself depended on substantial progress toward meeting the three stated conditions. As a result, the Federal Reserve was significantly delayed in responding to a strong economy, a tight labor market, and accelerating inflation. When rate hikes finally began in March 2022, real GDP growth remained robust, unemployment was below the level deemed sustainable by policymakers, and the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge had already exceeded 5%. Despite these clear signals, debates persist about whether the Fed’s policy framework was to blame. Some argue that the central bank merely made a forecasting error, later compensating with aggressive monetary tightening. Fed Chair Jerome Powell has echoed this view, calling the framework “useless.” However, had the Federal Reserve disregarded this framework and instead adhered to traditional policy rules, it likely would have started raising short-term rates about a year earlier. Another argument is that the inflation surge, which was observed globally, was beyond the Fed’s control. However, in the U.S., surging demand for goods—bolstered by a massive fiscal stimulus—played a significant role in driving up global prices. Additionally, while many other countries faced dramatic increases in energy prices, this factor played a relatively minor role in the U.S. inflation spike. A third perspective holds that the Biden administration’s $1.9 trillion stimulus package was excessively large. While this undoubtedly contributed to economic overheating, it was still the Fed’s responsibility to account for its effects and respond with tighter monetary policy. Identifying these missteps is crucial. Otherwise, how can we be confident that the Federal Reserve won’t repeat them? Credibility is essential; without it, policymakers will struggle to influence financial markets and the broader economy effectively. To restore confidence, the Fed must address the shortcomings of the 2020 framework. It should abandon policies that kept interest rates artificially low for too long and adopt a more cautious approach to quantitative easing (QE) and quantitative tightening (QT). Finally, it should reconsider whether interbank interest rates remain the best policy tool or if focusing on the interest rate banks pay on reserves would be more effective.
Long
by Ali_PSND
GBP/JPY: Recent Bullish Move Fails to Break the 192.00 Level Since February 11, the British pound has gained more than 2.5% against the Japanese yen. However, the recent bullish momentum has struggled to break through the key resistance level, and now a new correction in favor of the yen appears to be underway. Central Bank Policies Remain Crucial The ongoing monetary policy divergence between the Bank of England (BoE) and the Bank of Japan (BoJ) is a crucial factor in this market scenario. On February 6, the Bank of England decided to keep its interest rate steady at 4.5%. However, it remains unclear whether the BoE will maintain this policy in future decisions. On the other hand, Japan's monetary stance has become increasingly aggressive. In January 2025, the Bank of Japan raised its interest rate to 0.5% , the highest level since 2008 and the BoJ has signaled a more aggressive tightening approach, aiming to strengthen the yen and make it more competitive against its peers. In the long run, Japan’s new aggressive policy stance has played a key role in the recent downward movements in GBP/JPY. Higher returns in a traditionally safe market like Japan attract greater demand for the yen, reducing the appeal of the pound. As long as Japan maintains this hawkish policy and uncertainty persists regarding the BoE’s future rate outlook, it is likely that yen demand will continue to grow, this could reinforce downward pressure on GBP/JPY. Consistent Downtrend: Since July 2024, the GBP/JPY pair has followed a sustained downtrend, which at some points has turned into a sideways movement between the 192.427 resistance level and the 187.328 support level. The current bearish bias has been strong enough to produce lower highs, keeping the price within a long-term downtrend in the short term. However, if the price moves back toward the 194.323 zone, where the 100-period and 50-period moving averages converge along with the downtrend line, it could signal a threat to the ongoing bearish trend. If buyers manage to push the price back to this level, it could be a important warning sign. ADX Indicator: The ADX line is oscillating near the neutral 20 level, indicating that the last 14 periods lack a strong directional trend. This can be explained by the recent bullish rebound, which failed to break through resistance. If the ADX remains at this level, the price may continue in a prolonged sideways trend over the next few trading sessions. RSI Indicator: A similar scenario is unfolding in the RSI, where the line is hovering around the neutral 50 level. This indicates that bullish and bearish impulses from the last 14 periods are in balance. This could reinforce a lack of clear direction for GBP/JPY in the 190.00 zone in the near term. Key Levels to Watch: 192.427 – Near-Term Resistance: This level represents the most significant neutral area in recent months and aligns with the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement level. If price reaches this level again, it may struggle to break through due to strong resistance at both 192.427 and 194.323, where several technical indicators converge. That said, a breakout above this entire zone could trigger a major bullish move in the long term. 187.328 – Key Support: This level marks the lows recorded since July 2024. A bearish breakout below this level could lead to new lows in the short term and reinforce the bearish bias established since December. 198.525 – Long-Term Resistance: This distant resistance level aligns with the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement. If price eventually rallies to this level, it would completely invalidate the ongoing downtrend in GBP/JPY. By Julian Pineda, CFA – Market Analyst
by FOREXcom
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GBP/USD: Bank of England's Cautious Tone Sparks DeclineThe British pound has retreated from its recent gains, succumbing to downward pressure as Bank of England (BoE) Governor Andrew Bailey voiced his apprehensions regarding the economic outlook. This cautious stance from the BoE's leadership has cast a shadow over the currency, prompting investors to reassess their positions. From a technical analysis perspective, the GBP/USD pair is currently navigating a critical zone, characterized by a supply area that has historically acted as a barrier to upward movement. Notably, the latest Commitments of Traders (COT) report reveals that retail traders are predominantly positioned on the bullish side of the market, suggesting a potential mismatch between market sentiment and the underlying fundamentals. Furthermore, seasonal patterns indicate that the pound may be on the cusp of a bearish momentum shift. This confluence of technical and seasonal factors has created a high-probability setup for a potential reversal, with the price action poised to challenge the recent uptrend. In light of these developments, we are actively seeking a short setup, anticipating that the pound's decline may gain momentum in the near term. The alignment of technical, fundamental, and seasonal forces suggests that the GBP/USD pair may be vulnerable to a corrective move, presenting an opportunity for traders to capitalize on the potential downturn. As the market continues to evolve, careful monitoring of the price action and trading sentiment will be crucial in determining the optimal entry and exit points for this potential short trade. ✅ Please share your thoughts about GBP/USD in the comments section below and HIT LIKE if you appreciate my analysis. Don't forget to FOLLOW ME; you will help us a lot with this small contribution.
Short
by FOREXN1
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GBP/USD Rises on Strong UK GDPGBP/USD climbed to 1.2595 in early Asian trading on Sunday, driven by strong UK GDP data and weaker US retail sales. January retail sales dropped 0.9%, the steepest decline in nearly two years, after a revised 0.7% rise in December, far below the expected 0.1% dip. However, year-over-year sales grew by 4.2%. Meanwhile, the UK economy expanded by 0.1% in Q4 2024, beating forecasts and strengthening the Pound. Key resistance is at 1.2600, with further levels at 1.2650 and 1.2700. Support stands at 1.2340, followed by 1.2265 and 1.2100.
by ChartMage
GBP.USD Longs from 1.25600 back upI expect GBP/USD to continue its bullish momentum and push higher. Following the previous break of structure, I am looking for price to mitigate the 2-hour demand zone to maintain this upward trend. If price does not react from this level, I have also identified a 3-hour demand zone as a secondary point of interest. If price reacts bullishly from either of these zones, my next selling opportunity will be at the refined 1-hour supply zone around 1.26600. Once price reaches this level, I will look for signs of distribution to confirm a potential short setup. Confluences for GU Buys: - For price to continue higher, it must mitigate a strong demand zone to gain momentum. - Liquidity remains above, providing a natural target for price. - The higher time frame trend is still bullish. - Clean 2-hour, 3-hour, and 11-hour demand zones are in close proximity. - DXY has been bearish, which aligns with this bullish GU outlook. P.S. If price drops instead, I have an extreme discounted zone marked at the 11-hour demand zone at the bottom as a potential long entry.
Long
by Hassan_fx
GBP/USD Up on Positive Growth DataThe British pound climbed to $1.2560 after preliminary data showed the UK economy grew by 0.1% in the final quarter of 2024, defying expectations of a 0.1% contraction and outperforming the Bank of England’s forecasts. This puts the economy slightly ahead of where it was when Labour took office in July, offering some relief to the government. However, challenges remain as the Office for Budget Responsibility is set to release an updated economic and fiscal outlook on March 26, with reports indicating a lowered growth forecast. Meanwhile, the Bank of England cut interest rates by 25bps to 4.5% last week, its third reduction since beginning its easing cycle in August 2024, while also downgrading its 2025 GDP growth forecast to 0.7%. 1.2600 is the first resistance level, with further targets at 1.2650 and 1.2700 if the pair moves higher. On the downside, 1.2340 serves as the first support level, followed by 1.2265 and 1.2100 if selling pressure intensifies.
by ChartMage