GBP/USD rose by 0.50% on the day and is now at 1.2258.

Pakistani officials said at least two people were killed in the mosque bombing.

According to GEO News: An explosion occurred at a mosque near Penshawar, Pakistan, leaving 30 to 40 people trapped under the rubble.

GEO News reported, citing police sources, that an explosion occurred at a mosque near the Pakistani city of Penshawar during Friday prayers.

European Central Bank Governing Council member Vasle: There are still questions about how ECB policies are transmitted to the economy.

European Central Bank Governing Council member Vasle: The transmission effect of ECB policies on the banking industry is very strong.

European Central Bank Governing Council member Vasle: Overall inflation is on a downward trend.

Market News: Saudi Arabia is seeking a military agreement that would require the United States to defend the kingdom in return for establishing ties with Israel.

Nabiullina, Governor of the Central Bank of Russia: Once inflation reaches the target, we will lower interest rates.

Market news: French agency approves iPhone 12 software update.

The Stoxx Europe 600 Index rose more than 1% during the day.

The annual rate of M4 money supply in the UK in August was -0.8%, compared with -0.90% in the previous month.

The monthly rate of M4 money supply in the UK in August was 0.2%, compared with the previous value of -0.50%.

BlackRock CEO Fink: Artificial intelligence has great potential, but it also brings problems.

ANZ: Most services have returned to normal.

BlackRock CEO Fink: New regulations need to be shortened from years to weeks.

Riksbank Deputy Governor Floden: Fiscal policy has “ample space” to help stabilize the Swedish economy as needed.

BlackRock CEO Fink: Business leaders need to provide more certainty and hope.