Italy HCOB Services PMI came in at 52.9, above forecasts (51.5) in January

Feb 4, 2026

Pound Sterling rises as markets broadly expect BoE to leave interest rates unchanged

The Pound Sterling (GBP) trades higher against its major currency peers on Wednesday as investors await the Bank of England’s monetary policy announcement on Thursday.

Italy HCOB Services PMI came in at 52.9, above forecasts (51.5) in January

Pound Sterling rises as markets broadly expect BoE to leave interest rates unchanged

France HCOB Services PMI above forecasts (47.9) in January: Actual (48.4)