Middle East tensions ease, with mixed fortunes for dollar and sterling

In this episode, host Brian Daingerfield and guest Paul Robson discuss the recent developments in the Middle East and their impact on foreign exchange markets, particularly the dollar's safe haven status. They delve into the Federal Reserve's differing views on interest rates and the implications for the dollar, and cover the performance of sterling amid global economic changes and the fiscal risks facing both the UK and US.

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This episode was recorded on 26 June 2025

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