United Overseas Bank currency strategists Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann are warning of downside vulnerability for the British pound against the US dollar, with the critical threshold at 1.3340 now in focus. The analysts project intraday consolidation for GBP/USD within a tight 1.3350 to 1.3400 range following a modest rebound from recent lows. This technical assessment comes as the currency pair shows signs of weakening momentum after failing to sustain higher levels. Traders should monitor the 1.3340 support level closely, as a decisive break below this mark could trigger accelerated selling pressure and expose the pound to further losses. The consolidation pattern suggests market participants are reassessing positioning ahead of potential volatility, with the narrow trading band indicating indecision between bulls and bears in the near term.
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Forex traders should place stop-losses below 1.3340 and avoid aggressive long positions until GBP/USD breaks convincingly above 1.3400 resistance.
Source: FXStreet