Bearish
GBP/USD dips to 1.3388 after Bank of England holds rates steady at 3.75%
The British Pound weakened against the US Dollar following the Bank of England's decision to maintain interest rates at 3.75%, leading GBP/USD to fall to 1.3388. This move aligns with market expectations but has raised concerns about the UK's economic outlook amid persistent inflation risks.
Key points
- Bank of England maintains interest rates at 3.75%, GBP/USD drops to 1.3388.
- Market anticipates at least one 25-basis-point rate hike by the BoE in 2026 amid inflation concerns.
- Traders await further guidance from the BoE's policy update scheduled for later today.
Sources
- Банк Англии сохранил процентную ставку без изменений; GBP/USD опустился до 1,3388GateNews · September 17, 2026
- GBP/USD Steadies as UK Growth Cools to 0.4% While Inflation Risk BuildsMC Markets · August 12, 2026
- Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP rebounds from July 30 lows vs retreating USDFXStreet · September 17, 2026
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