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Report published June 22, 2026

FX Daily: ING Bank Analysis on GBP Political Resilience and USD Market Drivers

ING · June 22, 2026

The report examines the FX market landscape, noting that GBP remains stable despite political transitions in the UK. Meanwhile, USD strength is expected to be dictated by upcoming Fedspeak and geopolitical tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz.

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Key Takeaways

  • 1.Sterling shows resilience to UK political leadership changes, but this lack of political risk premium creates potential downside if fiscal concerns resurface.
  • 2.USD drivers for the week center on Fedspeak regarding potential rate hikes and geopolitical developments in the Strait of Hormuz.

Table of Contents

  • FX Daily: Lack of GBP political premium cuts both ways
  • USD: Eyes on Fedspeak and Hormuz
  • EUR: 1.140 can be tested soon
  • GBP: Sterling seemingly fine with potential change in PM
  • CEE: FX is getting moving

Report data

Anticipation of a big political shake-up is building in the UK, though the pound still appears calm

MetricEstimateContext
FOMC rate tightening priced in by December43 bpMarket expectations for Fed rate hikes.
Source: Market pricing. This is a dated model snapshot, not a live forecast.

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