How Much Lower Can Sterling Go?

How Much Lower Can Sterling Go?

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The video discusses the decline of the British pound, highlighting its historical lows and current market conditions. Analysts have revised forecasts, predicting further declines. The impact of rate expectations and political events, such as Brexit, are examined. The pound's behavior is compared to emerging market currencies, indicating a shift in its perception as a reserve currency.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event is referenced as a record low for the pound?

The 1985 market crash

The 2008 financial crisis

The 1970s record low

The 1992 Black Wednesday

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What recent event has contributed to the negativity in the pound's market sentiment?

The rise in UK interest rates

The introduction of a new currency

The triggering of Article 50

The announcement of a new Prime Minister

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the correlation between the pound and UK rates markets changed after the flash crash?

It has reversed

It has become unpredictable

It has strengthened significantly

It has remained the same

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current perception of the pound in relation to emerging market currencies?

It is more volatile

It is completely different

It is behaving similarly

It is seen as more stable

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What political development is affecting the pound's status as a reserve currency?

The UK's economic growth

The US-China trade war

Brexit

The Eurozone crisis