British pound traders race to hedge risk ahead of UK budget, US election https://t.co/2ZPffTkLY5 via @Reuters https://t.co/zFXpzrRexX
Currency volatility surges before US election https://t.co/BfTe4qtOI8 via @Reuters https://t.co/6B8tn3vLG3
⚠️ STERLING 1-WEEK IMPLIED OPTIONS VOL HITS HIGHEST SINCE MARCH 2023; LAST AT 10.375%, SET FOR BIGGEST ONE-DAY RISE SINCE SEPT 2022
The British pound is poised to experience its largest monthly decline since September 2023 against the US dollar, as traders brace for increased volatility ahead of significant political events. Recent reports indicate that the one-week implied options volatility for the pound has reached its highest level since March 2023, currently standing at 10.375%. This surge in volatility reflects heightened market sensitivity in anticipation of the upcoming UK budget and the US elections. As a result, currency traders are actively seeking to hedge against potential risks associated with these events, which are expected to impact market dynamics significantly.