JamesThatcher
Well-known member
What does the data mean to the market?
Bank of England (BOE) monetary policy committee members vote on where to set the rate. Traders watch interest rate changes closely as short term interest rates are the primary factor in currency valuation.
A higher than expected rate is positive/bullish for the GBP, while a lower than expected rate is negative/bearish for the GBP.
Historic deviations and their outcome
See the report history here :
https://calendarapi.galaxysoftwarei...49Qm9FJTIwSW50ZXJlc3QlMjBSYXRlJTIwRGVjaXNpb24
I will use forecasts of:
Interest Rate Statement 0.75
Today's trade plan
Today the official forecast is for the rate to be hiked to 0.75% Therefore I will be looking to take a buy or sell on an deviation of 0.25% in either direction
43 out of 46 economists predict a hike to 0.75% so there is a small amount of doubt.
Tradable pairs
GBPUSD
Hope this helps but please do your own analysis!!
Good luck!!
James Thatcher
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