Pound Sterling (GBP)26 Jun 2025Pound hits near 4-year high as Trump rattles dollarA report that the US President could name the new head of the central bank early raises concerns over its independence.26 Jun 20259 Jan 2025Pound falls to lowest in over a year after UK borrowing costs riseEconomists have warned the rise could mean further tax hikes or spending cuts by the government.9 Jan 202517 Jul 2024Pound hits highest level against dollar for a yearPound highest against dollar in a year as investors bet on UK rates staying higher for longer.17 Jul 20243 Feb 2023FTSE 100 closes at record highThe stock index closes at a high as global inflation and interest rate fears ease.3 Feb 202323 Nov 2022Pound hits post-Truss high as dollar weakensSterling has reached its highest level against the US dollar since mid-August.23 Nov 202226 Oct 2022Pound rises after delay to economic planThe currency has rallied against the dollar in recent days, and rose further on Wednesday.26 Oct 202225 Oct 2022Pound hits highest level since before mini-budgetIt comes as investors welcomed the appointment of Rishi Sunak and the dollar fell.25 Oct 202221 Oct 2022Five ways a falling pound could affect youThe pound has fallen against the dollar as the UK's financial and political turmoil continues.21 Oct 202220 Oct 2022Pound rises as Liz Truss announces resignationSterling initially rose sharply to $1.13 as investors reacted to the news of the prime minister's departure.20 Oct 2022...