GBP – phoenix rise?

* In spring the recovery was seen as the slowest in 100 years. Now, PMIs are the highest on record.
* In spring Governor Carney was the dove above doves. Now, he sees no need for more QE and is not afraid to hike rates at some point.
* The GBP has strengthening significantly as a consequence, but the most recent move higher in GBP/USD seems overdone.
* We maintain our longer-term GBP views: stronger vs the EUR and weaker vs the USD.

Read the full report: FX Research

 

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