Author: Elise Martin

The DAX, the CAC 40, and the endless negotiations of the European Central Bank make up Elise's daily rhythm. Paris-born and Sorbonne-educated, she moved into financial journalism after an early career in EU policy work, which still colors how she frames market stories around regulation. She's fluent in four languages, a fact that comes in handy when chasing sources across the continent. Away from the desk, she paints watercolors and swears it improves her attention to detail on deadline.

Sterling slips as investors await Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey’s inflation and rate outlook

European Markets

BERLIN (BE Markets Desk): The pound edged lower against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday as markets awaited comments from senior Bank of England officials that could offer fresh clues about the central bank’s approach to inflation and interest rates. Sterling was trading at $1.3529, down 0.12% on the day. Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey, Deputy Governor Dave Ramsden and Monetary Policy Committee members Megan Greene and Alan Taylor are due to appear before lawmakers on the Treasury Select Committee at 1315 GMT. Their comments come as investors assess the outlook for interest rates amid renewed pressure from energy prices…

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