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Polygon Labs Tests Digital Pound Settlement in Bank of England Lab
Polygon Labs is working with the Bank of England's Digital Pound Lab to test how a digital pound and stablecoins could settle cross-border payments, aiming to improve speed and efficiency for international business transactions
Rare Latin American and Spanish Coins Headline Heritage Auction
Heritage's ANA World & Ancient Coins Auction features the Grundy Collection, showcasing rare Latin American and Spanish coins, alongside ancient Greek and Roman pieces, with collectors anticipating record interest in several historic lots
Pound Sterling Extends Summer Gains Against Euro as Risks Linger
The British pound has regained ground against the euro, with the GBP/EUR rate climbing back above key levels. Market calm and higher energy prices are supporting Sterling, but September's political calendar could bring renewed volatility.
Dollar Weakens as US Inflation Data Reduces Rate Hike Odds
The US dollar lost ground against the pound and euro after July inflation figures met expectations, lowering the likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate increase in September and shifting currency market dynamics.
Pound Sterling's Gains Face Test as UK Fiscal Flexibility Raises Market Fears
UK Treasury officials are increasingly concerned that Prime Minister Andy Burnham's approach to fiscal flexibility could unsettle financial markets, potentially threatening the pound's recent strength against the euro and US dollar
Canadian Dollar Faces Political Risk as Quebec and Alberta Vote Looms
Upcoming votes in Quebec and Alberta are adding a political risk premium to the Canadian Dollar, with October's referendums and elections set to influence the currency's direction and volatility for international payments and business.
Pound Falls Below Key Level Against New Zealand Dollar
The British pound has slipped beneath its 200-day moving average versus the New Zealand dollar, with upcoming inflation expectations in New Zealand and diverging central bank policies shaping the outlook for the currency pair this week
Pound to Australian Dollar: RBA Holds, US Data Sets the Tone
The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to keep rates steady, but the direction of the Pound to Australian Dollar exchange rate this week will likely be shaped by US inflation data and the resulting moves in the US Dollar.
Pound Holds Key Level Against Euro as UK GDP Data Looms
The Pound's recent decline against the Euro has paused above a crucial support, with Thursday's UK GDP figures set to test whether the currency can maintain its footing or face renewed pressure
Wells Fargo to Launch Tokenised Deposits for USD-GBP Payments
Wells Fargo is preparing to introduce a blockchain-based service for corporate clients, enabling cross-border and account-to-account payments in US dollars and British pounds using tokenised deposits, with broader expansion planned for 2027
Pound Sterling Holds Gains as US Inflation Data Looms
Sterling has stabilized against the US dollar after a period of weakness, with upcoming US inflation figures and UK GDP data set to determine whether the recent recovery can continue or stalls at key resistance levels
Currency Futures Show Diverging Trends as Stock Index Contracts Rise
Open interest in major currency futures shifted in different directions for the week ending August 4, with the Mexican peso and Australian dollar gaining ground while the British pound and Brazilian real saw notable declines
Atlas Numismatics Adds 390 Rare Coins and Medals to Global Inventory
Atlas Numismatics has expanded its fixed-price list with 390 new coins, medals, and tokens, spanning over 2,000 years of monetary history and including rare gold, silver, and platinum pieces from Europe and the Americas
Pound Sterling Faces Pressure as Bank of England Holds Rates
The Bank of England's decision to keep rates steady has left Pound Sterling exposed, with its previous interest rate advantage fading as other central banks consider further hikes
Pound Sterling Faces Prolonged Slide Against Euro
Rabobank expects the pound to lose most of its 2026 gains versus the euro, citing political uncertainty, fiscal challenges, and shifting interest rate expectations as key risks for the UK currency in the coming quarters
How the 1937 Matte Proof Sovereign Became a British Coin Rarity
The 1937 Matte Proof gold sovereign is one of the rarest British coins, created for King George VI's coronation and never released for circulation. Its unique finish and limited production continue to attract collectors and drive auction premiums
Pound Sterling Faces Key Test Against US Dollar as Trends Collide
The pound's recent gains against the US dollar are being squeezed between major technical barriers, with intervention-driven volatility and US rate expectations shaping the outlook for GBP/USD in the coming week.
Pound Sterling Weakens as Yield Spreads Narrow Against Euro and Dollar
Pound Sterling has lost ground against both the Euro and US Dollar as key bond yield spreads narrow, with global market shifts and oil prices driving the move in the absence of major UK economic news
2026 Coin of the Year: Bi-Metallic Nominees Showcase Innovation
The 2026 Coin of the Year shortlist for Best Bi-Metallic features coins from ten countries, each using contrasting metals and distinctive designs to highlight national themes, technical advances, and commemorative events
Pound Holds Above $1.34 as Dollar Strength Limits Gains
The British pound remains steady against the US dollar, with market focus on Federal Reserve policy and global risk sentiment. Dollar resilience is capping gains for both the pound and euro despite improved risk appetite
History of the British Pound: From Anglo-Saxon Silver to Modern Sterling
The pound sterling began as a weight-based unit built around the Anglo-Saxon silver penny and developed into the leading currency of nineteenth-century global finance. This detailed history follows sterling through medieval coinage, the Bank of England, the gold standard, wartime devaluations, Decimal Day, Black Wednesday and today’s floating GBP.
Pound Drops Against New Zealand Dollar as Rate Support Shifts
The Pound has lost ground to the New Zealand Dollar after failing to hold key resistance, with market focus turning to whether Sterling can recover or if further declines toward 2.2800 are likely in the days ahead
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