Sterling Slips as Waller Comments Boost Dollar

The British pound edged lower against the dollar as hawkish Federal Reserve comments and hotter US inflation data supported the greenback. Investors now await upcoming UK GDP data.

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A portrait of Britain's King Charles is displayed on a British five pound note in this illustration taken in Manchester, Britain, November 25, 2025. REUTERS/Phil Noble/Illustration

GBP/USD fell 0.3% to $1.3395 on Tuesday as hawkish Federal Reserve commentary and stronger United States inflation data bolstered the greenback. The currency drifted lower after gaining 0.7% in the previous session amid easing geopolitical tensions. Investors are weighing shifting monetary policy paths across both economies.