GBP/USD Struggles Amid Inflation Data and Rate Speculation

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Outlook: Anticipating a Potential Increase

Fundamental Analysis:

GBP/USD faced challenges on Wednesday, struggling to hold above the 1.2700 level and ending the day 0.2% lower. Despite UK inflation data exceeding expectations, the Pound's performance was weighed down by speculation that the Bank of England may hold off on rate cuts in 2024 due to persistent inflationary pressures.

UK CPI inflation climbed to 2.3% year-over-year, surpassing the 2.2% forecast and significantly up from the prior 1.7%. Core CPI followed suit, rising to 3.3% versus an anticipated 3.1%. However, these stronger-than-expected figures failed to provide lasting support to the Pound. With limited economic events on Thursday, traders are now focusing on Friday’s Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) reports from the UK and US, which are expected to remain relatively stable and could influence market sentiment.

Technical Analysis:

GBP/USD has struggled to sustain a bullish recovery this week, briefly rebounding from a 27-month low near 1.2600. While technical indicators initially hinted at the formation of a support base, buying momentum has since waned. The pair encountered significant resistance around the 1.2700 mark, stalling its upward progress and raising doubts about a sustained recovery.

Market participants will closely monitor whether the pair can overcome this resistance level in the coming sessions or if bearish momentum will push prices lower. A decisive breakout above 1.2700 could signal renewed bullish interest, while failure to hold current levels might prompt further declines.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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