Economic Update 22 Sep 2025 5 minute read
Sterling weakens on dovish BoE signals; euro and dollar react to policy shifts
After last week’s Bank of England decision to hold rates at 4%, sterling has struggled to maintain its footing. The vote split, with only two policymakers favouring a 25bp cut, introduced...
Economic Update 15 Sep 2025 5 minute read
With inflation still high, will the BoE hold or fold?
This week marks a big week, with two major Central Bank meetings scheduled; the Federal Reserve meets on Wednesday, followed by the Bank of England’s (BoE) sixth MPC meeting of 2025 on Thursday.
Article 08 Sep 2025
FX budget rates: A straightforward guide for finance leaders
Learn how to set and manage FX budget rates with this practical guide for finance leaders. Discover strategies, common pitfalls, and expert insights from George Powell, Head of Sales.
Economic Update 08 Sep 2025 5 minute read
Cabinet reshuffle, GDP jitters, and rate cut rumours
Sterling continues to hold above 1.3500 against the dollar, supported by USD weakness. Last week, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has reshuffled his cabinet following the resignation of Angela Rayner, who...
Economic Update 01 Sep 2025 6 minute read
Fragile fundamentals keep sterling under pressure
Sterling continues to trade in a cloud of uncertainty as the UK’s economic picture remains mixed. Inflation accelerated again in July, rising to 3.8%, slightly above expectations of 3.7%, and marking the highest level since January 2024.