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With sterling breaking resistance levels, traders and investors are examining the fundamental and technical forces behind this rally.

FX Move Details

The pound opened at $1.3745 and climbed past $1.38 for the first time since July 2020, up 2.3% on the week against the dollar.

GBP/JPY tested ¥183.50 while GBP/EUR gained 1.1%, highlighting sterling’s outperformance amid dovish peers.

Catalysts Behind Sterling’s Strength

UK Economic Data Exceeds Expectations

Retail sales jumped 1.2% versus the 0.4% forecast, and steady inflation shows BoE tightening is supporting resilience.

Fed-Pause Bets Weaken the Dollar

FOMC minutes hint at a rate-hike pause, reducing dollar demand and boosting the pound by contrast.

Yield Spreads Provide Favourable Traction

UK 10-year gilts yield 4.5% versus 4.1% for USTs, attracting capital flows into sterling assets.

Portfolio Insight

Hedging Tactics

Investors use short-term forwards and options to lock in rates and protect against sudden reversals.

UK-Exposed Equities

FTSE 100 firms benefit from stronger domestic demand, though exporters face headwinds on dollar revenues.

Insider Tip from Advisor’s Gateway

FX Focus members received these insights before today’s jump, ensuring they were positioned ahead of the move.

Expert Quotes

Mark Leverton, Global Forex Insight

“If these dynamics persist, GBP/USD could test $1.40 in the coming weeks,” he commented.

Rachel Munro, Pinnacle FX Research

“Widening gilt-Treasury spreads have accelerated sterling’s rally by drawing yield-seeking investors,” she noted.

What’s Next for Sterling?

Traders will watch upcoming BoE minutes, UK GDP data and U.S. non-farm payrolls for cues on the next leg.

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