GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Pound steadies below the 216.35 resistance area

Published Aug 18, 2026 3:50 AM Last refreshed Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM Source: EODHD Event Time: Aug 18, 2026 3:50 AM

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GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Pound steadies below the 216.35 resistance area

Source: EODHD - https://www.fxstreet.com/news/gbp-jpy-price-forecast-pound-steadies-below-the-21635-resistance-area-202608180750
Published: Aug 18, 2026 3:50 AM

The British Pound (GBP) edges higher against the Japanese Yen (JPY) on Tuesday and extends gains for the third consecutive day, despite the mixed UK employment figures seen earlier on the day.

Market context: This update is relevant to GBP traders, with GBPJPY as the primary instrument to monitor for follow-through, trend continuation, or headline volatility.

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