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Nov 4, 2026 5 min

Why GBP/USD Is Called Cable: Forex Pair Nicknames Explained

from FXNX Trade Podcast Hosted by Elena Vasquez

GBP/USD is called Cable thanks to the 1866 transatlantic telegraph. Learn the origins of forex nicknames like Fiber, Loonie, and Guppy to trade like a pro.

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