Business activity in the UK is under pressure, as is the pound

ATFX Market Outlook 16th October 2025

The Federal Reserve’s Beige Book showed little change in recent U.S. economic activity, but signs of cooling consumption emerged. Morgan Stanley and Bank of America gained on strong quarterly earnings, while investors remained focused on escalating U.S.-China trade tensions. The Dow fell 0.04%, the S&P 500 rose 0.4%, and the Nasdaq advanced 0.66%.

ATFX | 4 days ago

Fed’s Dovish Tone Weakens Dollar, Lifts Majors | 15th October 2025

The US Dollar weakened after Fed Chair Powell’s dovish remarks fueled expectations of a year-end rate cut, lifting major currencies and risk sentiment. Oil stayed subdued near $58 amid oversupply worries, while GBP/USD, EUR/USD, and AUD/USD gained. Traders await key US data and FOMC minutes for policy confirmation.

Moneta Markets | 5 days ago

ATFX Market Outlook 15th October 2025

U.S. stocks closed mixed on Tuesday as investors digested mostly upbeat quarterly earnings from major banks, Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks, and persistent trade tensions. Powell noted that while the economy remains resilient, risks linger.

ATFX | 5 days ago

British Pound Braces for Further Losses

The British pound remains under sustained pressure, driven by a weakening domestic economy and receding inflation concerns. Recent UK macroeconomic data indicate stagnation in the service sector and a continued decline in consumer spending.

RoboForex | 5 days ago

The pound continues to decline, with an important support test ahead

The number of applications for unemployment benefits in the UK rose by 25.8K in September after three months of decline, totaling 50.8K and a stronger-than-expected 10K increase

FxPro | 6 days ago

GBP/USD is under pressure after labour data

GBPUSD moves toward 2-month trough; The price is ready to break the uptrend line; RSI and MACD tick south

XM Group | 6 days ago

Cautious Optimism Emerges Amid Calming US–China Trade Relations | 14th October 2025

Markets opened with cautious optimism as easing US–China tensions lifted sentiment. The US Dollar steadied above 99, oil rebounded near $59.50, and risk appetite improved modestly. Traders remain focused on Fed Chair Powell’s remarks and US inflation data for clarity on rate path and market direction this week.

Moneta Markets | 7 days ago

ATFX Market Outlook 14th October 2025

U.S. equities closed sharply higher on Monday, led by Broadcom and other chipmakers, after President Trump issued reassuring remarks to ease renewed U.S.-China trade tensions. The Dow rose 1.29%, the S&P 500 gained 1.56%, and the Nasdaq surged 2.2%. The U.S. Dollar Index also rebounded above the 99 mark as trade worries moderated.

ATFX | 7 days ago

EURUSD	1.16226	GBPUSD	1.3382	AUDUSD	0.64886
USDJPY	151.18	USDCAD	1.40612	USDCHF	0.793