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GBP/USD eases toward 1.3500 as UK PMI data disappoints

GBP/USD eases toward 1.3500 as UK PMI data disappoints

The Pound Sterling (GBP) edged lower against the US Dollar (USD) in early European trading on Wednesday, with GBP/USD slipping to around 1.3510. The move came after the latest UK S&P Global flash PMI figures for September revealed weaker-than-expected economic activity. Traders now await remarks from Bank of England (BoE) External Member Megan Greene, due […]

Japanese Yen under pressure as USD/JPY hovers near 148.00

Japanese Yen under pressure as USD/JPY

The Japanese Yen (JPY) remains weak against a broadly stronger US Dollar (USD), with USD/JPY trading close to the 148.00 level during Wednesday’s European session. Earlier data showed Japan’s manufacturing sector contracted at the fastest pace in six months, fueling concerns about economic headwinds from US tariffs and political uncertainty at home. These factors could […]