Friday, October 7, 2016

POUND SLUMPS IN 'FLASH CRASH'

Britain's pound has slumped after a so-called flash crash - with the UK currency already under pressure over Brexit fears.

During Asian trading hours the pound crashed briefly to $1.1841, but has since recovered much of that ground.

Analysts believe automated trading systems were somehow triggered, leading to a sell-off.

It came after reports French President Francois Hollande is calling for 'tough Brexit negotiations'.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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