GBP/USD Trades Steady, But Could Weaken Over UK’s Ballooning Debt

GBP/USD is trading somewhat bullish, holding under the 1.25 level even as markets focus on the economic fallout from the raging coronavirus

GBP/USD Trades Steady, But Could Weaken Over Ballooning Debt

On Thursday, the Pound is trading somewhat bullish against the US dollar, holding under the 1.25 level even as markets focus on the economic fallout from the raging coronavirus pandemic worldwide. At the time of writing, GBP/USD is trading around 1.242.

Recent economic data releases reveal the impact on the manufacturing sector across the world, including in the UK, as a result of the lockdowns which have disrupted global supply chains and dented consumer demand. Previously, GBP/USD had been trading bearish over increased preference for the dollar among traders as a result of the increased uncertainties in global markets.

However, GBP/USD has recovered lately with traders buying back other currencies at the end of the first quarter of the year. So far, GBP/USD has lost around 6% of its value this year, as markets continue to be dominated by the sentiment surrounding coronavirus for now.

GBP/USD is expected to trade under pressure for some time to come after ratings agency Fitch cautioned about the Britain’s ballooning debt being driven by the government’s latest fiscal stimulus measures. According to estimates by S&P Global, Britain’s debt-to-GDP ratio could rise over 90% in 2020.

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Arslan Butt serves as the Lead Commodities and Indices Analyst, bringing a wealth of expertise to the field. With an MBA in Behavioral Finance and active progress towards a Ph.D., Arslan possesses a deep understanding of market dynamics.His professional journey includes a significant role as a senior analyst at a leading brokerage firm, complementing his extensive experience as a market analyst and day trader. Adept in educating others, Arslan has a commendable track record as an instructor and public speaker.His incisive analyses, particularly within the realms of cryptocurrency and forex markets, are showcased across esteemed financial publications such as ForexCrunch, InsideBitcoins, and EconomyWatch, solidifying his reputation in the financial community.

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