The British pound strengthened on Thursday after the Bank of England cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to 4.25%, with an unexpected split among policymakers where two voted to maintain current rates. Sterling gained 0.24% against the U.S. dollar to $1.33215. The currency was also boosted by news that the U.S. and Britain will announce a trade deal to lower tariffs on some goods, as confirmed by President Trump who described it as a “full and comprehensive” agreement.

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Central banks are accelerating gold purchases as confidence in fiat currencies declines. Driven by inflation, geopolitical risk, and de-dollarization, this structural shift signals long-term demand for gold.




