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Pound Sterling declines to near 1.3200 against the US Dollar in the European trading session on Thursday. This marks the sixth consecutive day of losses, influenced by the US Dollar Index reaching a two-month high of approximately 100.00 on Wednesday.
Despite this, the GBP/USD pair gains some traction during the Asian session on Thursday. It recovers partially from the previous day’s low, trading just above mid-1.3200s, although caution is advised regarding the pair’s prospects for recovery.
Pound Sterling Outlook
There remains potential for the Pound Sterling to weaken further, with any decline likely within a lower range of 1.3210 to 1.3310. Looking ahead, the next key level to watch is May’s low of 1.3140, as strong downward momentum persists.
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We are seeing Pound Sterling test the 1.3200 level against the US Dollar after six straight days of declines. This pressure comes directly from the US Dollar Index, which just hit a two-month high above 100.00. The dollar’s strength is fueled by recent data showing the US economy remains more resilient than expected, particularly the strong June 2025 jobs report that showed over 250,000 positions added.
Adding to the Pound’s weakness is the latest data from the Office for National Statistics, which showed UK GDP grew by a mere 0.1% in the second quarter of 2025. The Bank of England held rates at its last meeting but adopted a more cautious tone, increasing market bets on a rate cut before year-end. This policy divergence with a still-hawkish US Federal Reserve is weighing heavily on the currency.
Trading Strategies
Given this strong downward momentum, we believe traders should consider bearish strategies in the coming weeks. Buying put options on GBP/USD could be a way to profit from a further slide while managing risk. These options would increase in value if the pair drops below the strike price before expiry.
The immediate focus is on the May 2025 low of 1.3140 as the next significant support level. A decisive break below this point could open the door to a test of the 1.3000 psychological barrier, a level we have not seen since the volatility of late 2024. Looking back at how quickly the pair fell during the rate-hiking cycles of 2023, we know that these levels can be tested rapidly once momentum builds.
We should also be prepared for an increase in currency volatility, especially around upcoming inflation reports from both the UK and US in August. Traders who are uncertain about the direction but expect a big move could consider strategies like buying a strangle. This involves purchasing both an out-of-the-money put and an out-of-the-money call to capitalize on a significant price swing in either direction.
