Sterling Hits 18-Month High as UK Consumer Spending Surprises The British pound strengthened against the dollar and euro on Friday, buoyed by better-than-expected UK retail sales data for August. This positive economic indicator, combined with steady inflation figures and the Bank of England’s cautious stance on interest rates, has contributed to sterling’s upward trend. The currency briefly touched its highest level against the dollar since March 2022, while also gaining ground against the euro. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Could Redditors Trigger the Silver Squeeze 2.0? READ MORE Safe-Haven Appeal Drives Gold Over $2,400 READ MORE The High Cost of Returning to the Office: Survey Reveals Increased Employee Resentment and Costs READ MORE Currency Expert Predicts De-dollarization Will Fail and Backfire READ MORE Can I Buy & Sell Gold Without Paying Taxes? [IRS Reporting] READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment