EUR/GBP (euro/British pound sterling)

Increasing signs of economic slowdown come ahead of likely tax hikes this month.

Gold prices steadied on Thursday after a five-day rally that saw it reach successive records.

Services inflation was estimated to be the biggest driver of price rises, clocking a 3.3% rise. Food, alcohol and tobacco prices also ticked up 3.1%.

The euro is on a tear. It’s climbed to its highest level since late 2021, brushing up against the $1.16 mark.

Despite a generally strong job report, the pound has held close to recent lows.