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British pound hits its highest level against the euro in 16 months

British pound hits its highest level against the euro in 16 months

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The euro dropped about 2% against sterling over three weeks due to expensive oil and French financial worries. Meanwhile, traders kept the currency steady against the US dollar at $1.3262 on Wednesday while waiting for new American inflation numbers. Back in Britain, finance minister John Healey will reportedly use tax increases or spending reductions for his October budget.

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