The UK’s deficit on trade in goods and services was estimated to have been £1.6 billion in June 2015, compared with £0.9 billion in May 2015. This reflects a deficit of £9.2 billion on goods, in line with market forecasts, partially offset by an estimated surplus of £7.6 billion on services.
Exports of goods decreased by £0.3 billion to £24.9 billion in June 2015, mainly reflecting a £0.5 billion fall in exports of unspecified goods. Imports of goods increased by £0.5 billion to £34.1 billion over the same period, attributed to a £0.2 increase in fuels (specifically oil) and a cumulative rise in imports of almost all other commodities.
Sterling edged up higher after the data and is currently being traded few points above 1.5520 level. Pair is likely to find support around 1.55-1.5450 area and resistance above 1.56 handle. Later today, in the US session,
NFP figures are scheduled for a release.