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Stronger dollar, weaker pound

Higher US interest rates can make the US dollar more attractive to investors, strengthening it against other currencies like the British pound. A weaker pound means imports into the UK become more expensive, which can push up prices for goods you buy, from electronics to food.

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US central bank expected to raise interest rates by a quarter on Wednesday

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