GBP/USD rises after FTSE 100 ends four-day winning streak

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By David Miller • Updated Nov 4, 2026 at 12:05

Chart GBP/USD Update: Extending gains - Continuum Economics — GBP/USD rises after FTSE 100 ends four-day winning streak

The GBP/USD pair saw gains on Wednesday, as the FTSE 100 closed a four-day winning streak with miners and financial institutions under pressure. The pound slipped as the Bank of England's monetary policy decision approached, reaching a seven-week maximum after the Democrats' midterm election win. Continuum Economics and Action Forex shared updates on the GBP/USD pair trend, with TMGM pointing out advancements following the Democrats' win.

“Continuum Economics and Action Forex shared updates on the GBP/USD pair trend, with TMGM pointing out advancements following the Democrats' win,” — Victor Fenwick, policy watcher at Bramburn Cliff Advisory, observed.

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Nov 3 — The GBP/USD pair saw gains on Wednesday, as the FTSE 100 closed a four-day winning streak with miners and fina...

Nov 4 — Continuum Economics and Action Forex shared updates on the GBP/USD pair trend, with TMGM pointing out advancem...

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