Pound Edges Higher on British GDP Data as Euro Holds Steady
The pound rose on Thursday following positive British GDP data, with the euro maintaining its strength above $1.10. U.S. inflation figures have bolstered expectations for a Fed rate cut next month. Japan's economy showed stronger-than-expected growth, and Australian employment data exceeded forecasts, despite a slight rise in the jobless rate.
The pound rose on Thursday following positive British GDP data, climbing 0.24% against the dollar to $1.2857 after news of a 0.6% economic growth in the UK for Q2 of 2024.
The euro remained firm above $1.10, supported by U.S. inflation data that reinforced expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut next month.
Japan's economy also showed stronger-than-expected growth, expanding by an annualized 3.1% in Q2, while Australian employment data exceeded forecasts, despite a slight increase in the jobless rate.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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