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Article argues a hawkish BoE rate hike would lift the pound, supporting GBP/USD.
ING analyst Chris Turner says the British pound could gain further support against the Euro if the Bank of England aligns with other central banks and raises interest rates. EUR/GBP has been pressured by French-related Euro risk, and markets will watch centrist policymakers Andrew Bailey and Claire Lombardelli for any hint of backing a hike. ING sees strong support at 0.8455/0.8465, with potential tests of 0.8400 if a November hike looks likely.
Article argues a hawkish BoE rate hike would lift the pound, supporting GBP/USD.
Hawkish BoE shift would support GBP, pressuring EUR/GBP lower; euro also weighed by French-related risk.