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Despite stronger-than-expected UK inflation data, market sentiment remains bearish on the British pound following a recent rate cut by the Bank of England. The pound briefly rose above $1.27 against the dollar but quickly lost ground, driven by the dollar's strength and the BoE's cautious policy approach. UBS indicates that this trend will likely keep sterling under pressure.
Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Europe faces a severe energy crisis, with policymakers misjudging the situation. High gas and electricity prices are set to persist, leading to plant closures and job losses in manufacturing, while households will experience rising retail energy costs, exacerbating inflation. Current wholesale gas prices have surged to €47 per megawatt-hour, significantly above the 2010-2020 average.
Bank of England Deputy Governor Dave Ramsden indicated he might support quicker interest rate cuts if economic uncertainty diminishes in the coming months. Despite October's inflation rising above the BOE's 2% target, he anticipates a trend toward low and stable inflation as the economy normalizes.
UK inflation rose to a six-month high in October, driven by higher energy bills, surpassing the Bank of England"s target rate of 2%. In response to previous low inflation rates, the bank raised its main interest rate by 0.25% to 4.75%, marking the second increase in three months.
British inflation surged past the Bank of England"s 2% target last month, exceeding expectations. Additionally, underlying price growth accelerated, prompting the BoE to adopt a cautious approach regarding interest rate cuts.
BOE Governor Andrew Bailey stated that the UK Labour government"s tax increases support a gradual approach to interest rate cuts. He noted that employers may respond to higher National Insurance contributions by raising consumer prices, absorbing costs, slowing wage growth, or reducing hiring.
Megan Greene, a Bank of England policymaker, cautioned that Labour"s budget could elevate employment costs and drive inflation higher. She noted that companies might pass increased costs onto consumers, leading to higher prices, while also considering reducing employment or hours worked as potential responses.
UK inflation is expected to rise to 2.2% in October, surpassing the Bank of England's 2% target for the first time in over three years. This increase may lead policymakers to adopt a cautious approach regarding interest rate cuts.
The British pound is experiencing its largest weekly decline since January, dropping 2% as the strong US economy outpaces the UK's sluggish performance. Recent data revealed an unexpected contraction in the UK, while the US dollar reaches a yearly high, driven by confidence in US policies.This currency shift highlights the stark contrast between the two economies, with the pound now down 0.4% for the year. As the Bank of England may cut rates to stimulate growth, the Federal Reserve's rates are expected to stabilize around 3.84%, influencing global trade and investor sentiment.
The U.K. economy grew by just 0.1% in the third quarter, falling short of the 0.2% forecast, following a stronger 0.5% expansion in the previous quarter. The services sector also saw minimal growth, while inflation dropped to 1.7%, prompting a rate cut by the Bank of England. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves expressed dissatisfaction with the growth figures, emphasizing the need for investment and reform to stimulate the economy.

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