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ForexUpdated×4•Originally published 16 April 2026•Updated 17 April 2026•
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GBP/USD Outlook: Bullish Momentum Fades Following Strong US Jobs Data

Key Facts

1UOB notes that the current GBP/USD rally has reached overbought conditions.
2The next target level for the pair is identified at 1.3605.

The GBP/USD pair declined significantly following the release of stronger-than-expected US jobs data, which bolstered the US Dollar and stalled momentum toward recent highs. Analysts at DBS noted that Sterling's gains are currently capped as the Bank of England (BoE) emphasizes a lack of urgency in its monetary policy approach. This cautious stance from the BoE, combined with UOB Group's outlook for a temporary pullback in AUD/USD, highlights a broader period of consolidation for major currencies. Technical indicators had previously signaled overbought conditions, exacerbating the downward pressure following the resilient US labor report. Traders are now focusing on key support levels to determine if this slip is a temporary correction or a broader shift in sentiment. The near-term outlook remains cautious as the market absorbs the implications of a resilient US economy alongside a patient BoE.