Sterling

GBP/USD has climbed to its highest level since May 11, supported by a weaker US dollar, softer long-end Treasury yields, and firmer UK inflation data. Technical traders are watching 1.3658 as the key confirmation level for a possible push toward 1.3700.

The US dollar remained close to familiar levels after July inflation data matched consensus across headline and core measures. Softer jobs data and another decline in inflation have pushed more hawkish Federal Reserve expectations out of immediate focus.

The US dollar remained broadly steady after July inflation data landed in line with market expectations, limiting volatility across major markets. Softer jobs momentum and another cooling inflation reading have pushed more hawkish Federal Reserve expectations into the background for now.

GBP/USD has pushed higher despite a hawkish Federal Reserve hold, putting the 1.3400 area back in focus for currency traders. The Bank of England decision could now determine whether sterling bulls can extend the move or whether resistance forces another pullback.

GBP/USD has pushed decisively above the 1.3400 area, turning a long watched resistance zone into a potential support area. Traders are now weighing whether the pair can extend toward 1.3489 and the 1.3500 round number or slip back into choppy trade below the breakout level.