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10 Factors Affecting Foreign Exchange Rates

Imagine this: You’re planning a long family trip to Scotland, excited about exploring the beautiful sites. You’ve carefully planned your whole itinerary, packed your bags, and found all the places your family will love eating. However, through this,  you forgot to convert your currencies from Euros to GBP.  The next day, you get time to […]

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In Your 20s? Master These 5 Financial Rules Early

Well, entering the 20s is exciting!  The rush of adrenaline brings a sense of elation as you approach the finish line of your degree or prepare to step into your first job and exciting new work opportunities. There are countless beginnings ahead, all contributing to laying a strong foundation for your life! While you’re eager […]

9 Things to Keep in Mind Before Buying Foreign Currency

9 Things to Keep in Mind Before Buying Foreign Currency

Navigating currency exchange can be quite perplexing, particularly with daily rate fluctuations, unexpected fees, and uncertainty about the optimal time or location for a transaction. Whether you are travelling, studying abroad, or sending money internationally, understanding the dynamics of foreign currency can help you save time, reduce stress, and conserve money. Often, it’s difficult to […]

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EUR/GBP rebounds following UK GDP data

EUR/GBP increased to near 0.8437, as upbeat UK growth numbers bolstered the sterling. The UK economy expanded by 0.7% QoQ in the three months to March 2025, following a 0.1% increase in the final quarter of 2024, surpassing the estimated 0.6% rise during the reported period. The UK GDP rose 1.3% year-over-year (YoY) in Q1 […]

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GBP/USD Wobbles on Soft US CPI Data

GBP/USD traded in a narrow range near 1.3307, following softer-than-expected US inflation data. On Tuesday, the US Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS) announced that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell to 2.3% year-over-year in April, down from 2.4% in March. This figure was lower than the market’s expectation of 2.4%. The core CPI, excluding the […]

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5 Financial To-Dos Before Moving Abroad: A Detailed Guide to Get You Fully Prepared

Relocating to a new country is a life-changing experience, but it can quickly turn stressful if you lack the right financial management in place. When we talk about finances,  it requires you to understand basic aspects of it, such as managing day-to-day lifestyle, filing returns in foreign currencies, engaging with financial instruments and much more! […]

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EUR/GBP Weakens Amid BoE’s Hawkish Tone

EUR/GBP lost ground near 0.8411, following the release of mixed employment data from the United Kingdom. The ILO Unemployment Rate rose to 4.5% in the three months ending in March, up from 4.4% in the quarter ending in February, according to data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Tuesday. The market had […]

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EUR/GBP Rebounds Despite Dovish ECB Tone

EUR/GBP continues to fluctuate near 0.8483, as growing expectations of additional interest rate cuts by the European Central Bank (ECB) in June’s policy meeting undermine the euro. While the ECB officials maintain an optimistic stance that inflationary pressure will be under control, concerns over the Eurozone’s economic outlook could deter market sentiment. On the trade […]

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GBP/JPY Climbs as BoE Policy Decision Looms Large

GBP/JPY edged higher to 191.78, as investors brace for today’s Bank of England (BoE) monetary policy decision. Prevailing market sentiment that the BoE will slash its base interest rate by 25 bps, following the recent mixed economic data and ongoing tariff conflicts, may undermine the sterling. The seasonally adjusted S&P Global UK Services PMI Business […]

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Fraud Prevention: Protecting Yourself from AI-Powered Scams

AI-powered tools are changing the world! Obviously, for the better. They are transforming many aspects of our lives, from helping to draft an email to giving recipes, helping us navigate fashion trends, and often resolving financial intricacies. They have become the core of our daily routine, making it easy and letting us enjoy ourselves while […]