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Hedge funds stay cautious on pound bets amid fears of more political volatility

Sussex Partners' co-founder Patrick Ghali says a rise in sterling short bets reflects the ongoing negative UK macro outlook

The likes of Crispin Odey, pictured, cashed in when the pound fell
The likes of Crispin Odey, pictured, cashed in when the pound fell Photo: Getty Images

The pound’s spike on 20 October after UK prime minister Liz Truss’ exit turned out to be a dead cat bounce, as the currency dropped below pre-resignation levels the following day.

With volatility continuing around sterling, hedge funds are planning a cautious approach.

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