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According to the latest report, average earnings (including bonus) in the UK increased by 4.5% from April to June 2024, slightly lower than the 5.7% rise from the previous quarter. Additionally, job vacancies fell by 26k in the same period but remained above pre-pandemic levels.
So, what does this mean for the Bank of England’s monetary policy? The unexpected drop in the UK unemployment rate could impact investor bets on a Q4 2024 rate cut. Tighter labor market conditions could lead to wage growth, boosting disposable income and consumer spending. This increased consumer spending may drive demand-driven inflation, potentially pressuring the BoE to keep rates higher for longer.
In the forex market, the GBP/USD responded to the UK labor market data with volatility. Before the report, the currency pair fell to a low of $1.27567 before climbing to a high of $1.27818. However, after the release of the report, the GBP/USD surged from $1.27799 to a post-report high of $1.28048. As of Tuesday, August 13, the GBP/USD was up 0.37% to $1.28043.
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