CCY - Delayed Quote • GBP USD/GBP (USDGBP=X) Follow 0.7992 -0.0033 (-0.40%) As of 5:47 PM GMT+1. Market Open. Related Currencies News Soaring Dollar Puts Yen Traders on High Alert Is Japan about to intervene to prop up the value of its currency? The currency has been badly hit by rising speculation that the Federal Reserve will delay interest-rate cuts, which has pushed up the value of the greenback against a range of currencies. It has also overshadowed the Bank of Japan ending its negative rate policy last month, which many traders though would push the yen higher. Next on the calendar: The Bank of Japan’s monetary-policy meeting, which concludes Friday. FTSE 100 closes high and Wall Street falls as US growth slows The FTSE 100 outperformed against its European and US peers on Thursday, hitting a new high for the third session in a row. Top tips to invest in a property and the features that sell a home When looking to buy a home that will increase in value, property investors are on the lookout for these features. USD/JPY Forecast – US Dollar Continues to Pressure the Yen Amidst Breakout The USD/JPY pair broke above the 155 level in the early hours on Wednesday, but the real question will be whether or not it can hold those gains? AUD/USD Forecast – Australian Dollar Continues to Face Headwinds Despite Move The AUD rallied again during the session on Wednesday, showing that there is a significant amount of momentum trading. However, the Aussie is running into major resistance just above. FTSE 100: Lloyds sees profits drop by 28% Lloyds profits slip as the bank is hit by rising competition in the mortgage market. USD/JPY Forecast – US Dollar Continues to Flex Its Muscles The US dollar continues to pressure the 155 level showing signs of perhaps trying to break out given enough time. AUD/USD Forecast – Aussie Continues to Attempt a Recovery The AUD is a currency that is trying to test a pervious support level, which now is likely to offer resistance. Falling pound puts FTSE on the front foot Sterling fell to a five-month low against the dollar this week, propping up multinationals in London's flagship index. Trending tickers: Tesla, ABF, Novartis, Taylor Wimpey, JD Sports The latest investor updates on stocks that are trending on Tuesday. FTSE 100 closes on fresh high and US stocks buoyant as earnings season kicks into gear Tesla is the stock to watch as it reports earnings after the bell on Monday. What is the true cost of the UK state pension? If you want to get a sense of the true value of the state pension, you can look at how much you would need to save into your own pension to match it. USD/JPY Forecast – US Dollar Continues to Look Strong Against Yen The US Dollar has rallied a bit to the 155 level, as it looks likely to be a major barrier. AUD/USD Forecast – Australian Dollar Continues to Work For Momentum The Aussie continues to be very noisy, but at this point I think a lot of what we are seeing is a market that is trying to find its footing more than anything else. FTSE 100 closes at record high and Wall Street rises as stocks rebound UK's blue-chip index set a record high on Monday as a falling pound boosted corporate valuations. In the US, markets opened higher with Big Tech earnings in view. Higher UK interest rates could add £29bn to energy bills by 2050 The poorest fifth could see their total energy spending rise by £700 per year. Five eco-friendly homes for Earth Day The number of highly energy-efficient homes in the UK is steadily growing — check out this selection on Earth Day. Best and worst UK mobile phone providers The big four mobile providers all performed poorly for value for money, which could be linked to their use of mid-contract price hikes. 'Boutique hotel at sea': Virgin Voyages CEO hails Richard Branson's 'biggest endeavour' Nirmal Saverimuttu, CEO of Virgin Voyages, on the kid-free travel brand launched in 2021 by Sir Richard Branson. USD/JPY Weekly Price Forecast – US Dollar Continues to See Strength Against the Yen The US Dollar continues to see a lot of buyers overall, as the Japanese yen is now in a situation where it cannot seem to get some kind of help at this point. The interest rate differential will continue to be a major force in this market.
