Sterling sinks as markets price in a new political reality for UK
1 min readSterling suffered its worst weekly drop since November 2024 last week as UK leadership challenges sent the pound and Gilts sharply lower. Hotter-than-expected US inflation data and a stronger dollar, added to the pressure.
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The 2026 PSP Survival Guide: Unpacking B2B fintech trends this year
9 min readFor financial services companies and PSPs, 2025 was a year defined by turbulence. In this 2026 PSP Survival Guide we look at how payments businesses can build on the lessons of last year and embrace the major trends of today.
Strong US jobs data caps sterling and euro gains
1 min readThe dollar found relative stability last week after a stronger than expected US jobs data print. Data releases this week will be the difference for our major currencies. Sterling steadied following political pressure last week, but expectations of a March BoE cut – with inflation data pivotal – keep it vulnerable.
The 2026 PSP Survival Guide Part 1: Facing the FinCrime Threat
2 min readJoin experts in FinCrime, AML and Fraud, from across the industry, as we discuss what’s on the horizon for FinCrime, the key strategies for success in 2026 and some key learnings from the industry.
Political risk meets policy divergence as pressure mounts on GBP/USD
1 min readIt’s politics and policy shaping major currency pairs at the moment, rather than the data coming our way. Sterling is feeling the pressure amid UK political uncertainty and a more dovish Bank of England, while the euro held steady following last week’s ECB meeting.
FX market outlook 2026: Unpacking currency themes this year
7 min readAs we make our way into 2026, FX analyst Joe Tuckey looks ahead at the key events, fundamentals and major movers that could impact currency exchange this year. First, we look back at last year’s events and some of the broader themes at play. We’ll then go into more depth on the main points to consider for the dollar, sterling and the euro.
How to pay international employees: A guide for UK SMEs
11 min readWe compare banks, mass-market fintechs, and payroll providers as options for paying international employees. Each presents its own challenges for SMEs, especially those without a local presence in that country or a registered legal entity abroad.
Dollar finds footing as Warsh named Fed chair following nosedive
1 min readSwings in the dollar once again dominate conversation with stability largely in place at the start of the week. US policy uncertainty and plenty of data releases will remain pivotal for broader direction in the week ahead.
Strong UK retail and services data support sterling
1 min readIn the past week, sterling and the euro have both found support from easing geopolitical tensions and pockets of resilient domestic data. The dollar, on the other hand, remained weighed down by policy uncertainty and questions around Fed independence.
Dollar softens on tariff threats and UK data the difference
1 min readTrump’s latest tariff threats dominate headlines, keeping the dollar under pressure and traders on watch as trade tensions continue between the US and the EU/UK. Sterling has seen recent gains but awaits important data including UK CPI for clues on BoE policy.