Stronger-than-expected readings could support the euro by reinforcing expectations of economic resilience, while weaker figures may weigh on sentiment.. GBP/USD : Sterling eased against the dollar on Thursday as market participants awaited Bank of England's policy decision later on Thursday . AUD/USD: The Australian dollar weakened on Thursday as market digested after the Federal Reserve’s policy decision and awaited fresh catalyst. USD/JPY: The U.S. dollar edged higher on Thursday as market digested Fed rate decision and awaited Bank of Japan's policy decision on Friday. The Bank of Japan is expected to leave its policy rate unchanged at 1.0% on Friday after raising rates in June.