Labour’s Victory and Upcoming French Elections Stir Market Sentiments
Overnight, the Labour Party became the new government in the UK, a development that was widely anticipated. Consequently, the markets had already priced in a Labour win, resulting in little to no movement for the pound. However, with the second round of the French elections coming up on Sunday, we can expect increased market volatility heading into next week.
The stability of the British pound following Labour’s victory indicates a sense of political steadiness, which is reassuring for investors. In contrast, the potential win of the far-right political party in France’s upcoming election introduces a layer of uncertainty, likely to affect the currency market.
Yesterday, the United States celebrated Independence Day, leading to a pause in economic data releases. As markets reopen today, all eyes are on the release of Non-Farm Payrolls, a critical indicator of the current state of the US economy.
On the currency front, the pound has maintained its strength against the euro, reflecting further stability and resilience. Additionally, the pound has shown significant strength against the dollar, currently trading at its highest level since June 13th.
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