GBP/JPY struggles to capitalize on post-UK CPI rise, down a little above 187.00
GBP/JPY recovers early lost ground following the release of the UK consumer inflation figures. The headline UK CPI held steady at 2.2%, while the core CPI accelerated to the 3.6% YoY rate. The upside remains capped as traders await the BoE and the BoJ monetary policy meetings. The GBP/JPY cross attracts some dip-buyers following an intraday slide to the…