Dollar Surge Pushes Pound Below $1.22

The British Pound dropped to approximately $1.22, reaching its lowest level in nearly two weeks as Trump's tariffs sent a shock wave through major currencies. The Bank of England is still expected to cut interest rates by 25 basis points at its February 2025 meeting, though outperforming economic data suggests that additional rate cuts may be delayed.

British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves outlined government initiatives aimed at boosting economic growth, including plans for a third runway at Heathrow Airport. However, investors remain focused on concerns about the sustainability of Britain’s debt levels.

The first resistance level for the pair will be 1.2385. In the event of this level's breach, the next levels to watch would be 1.2500 and 1.2600. On the downside 1.2265 will be the first support level. 1.2100 and 1.1900 are the next levels to monitor if the first support level is breached.