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George Vessey, Lead FX and Macro Strategist

With 10+ years in financial services, George blends macroeconomic expertise with technical analysis to help global businesses navigate currency volatility and build effective risk management strategies. George is frequently quoted in leading financial publications, including Bloomberg and Reuters.

  • The list of risks grows

    The list of risks grows

    Dollar risks remain tilted to the upside. ECB holds firm as markets price more hikes. Pound’s summer rally loses momentum.

    July 24, 2026
  • Elevated geopolitical risk vs. subdued FX volatility

    Elevated geopolitical risk vs. subdued FX volatility

    The dollar wants higher. Euro waiting for a catalyst. Burnham is treading carefully, with the bond market listening closely.

    July 21, 2026
  • Rising oil is main short-term risk

    Rising oil is main short-term risk

    US inflation cools, but focus returns to oil. ECB optionality to limit euro’s gains. Data, politics and the British pound.

    July 20, 2026
  • Market mood turns more cautious

    Market mood turns more cautious

    No panic, no dollar surge. A delicate balance for the common currency. Carry support meets growing complacency.

    July 17, 2026
  • USD wounded after soft inflation report

    USD wounded after soft inflation report

    Soft CPI reprises Fed risk. Euro holding up but energy risks are growing. Pound consolidates after strong run.

    July 15, 2026
  • Risk mood continues to sour

    Risk mood continues to sour

    Geopolitics and inflation data dominate. Euro clinging onto 1.14. All eyes on Burnham.

    July 13, 2026
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