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British Pound Forecast: Why UniCredit Sees a “Wind of Change” Supporting GBP/USD

Published Jul 17, 2026 11:30 AM Source: ExchangeRates Event Time: Jul 17, 2026 11:30 AM
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British Pound Forecast: Why UniCredit Sees a “Wind of Change” Supporting GBP/USD

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ExchangeRates - https://www.exchangerates.org.uk/news/46538/2026-07-17-british-pound-forecast-why-unicredit-sees-a-wind-of-change-supporting-gbp-usd.html

Summary
The Pound Sterling could extend its recent gains against the US dollar as a shift in UK political sentiment improves confidence in Sterling, according to UniCredit. The Italian bank says expectations that Andy Burnham will appoint a fiscally conservative Chancellor have created a potential “wind of change” for UK assets, easing.