Stay up to date with the latest Pound Sterling to US Dollar exchange rates, all in one place. Whether you’re sending money overseas, receiving funds from United Kingdom, or just tracking the market, we make it easy to see how the GBP is performing against the USD. Our insights are useful for anyone making personal or business transfers, as well as travellers, investors, and anyone keeping an eye on the GBP to USD exchange rate.
Mid-Market Exchange Rate
Exchange rates move constantly, shifting throughout the day with global markets, central bank decisions, and wider economic trends. For anyone sending money from United Kingdom to United States, these fluctuations can significantly affect how much arrives at the other end. Keeping track of the latest GBP to USD movements allows you to time your transfer more effectively, so you can make the most of stronger rates
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Popular Conversions
This table provides a quick reference for GBP/USD and USD/GBP conversions, showing at a glance how much you’d get in the other currency for different amounts. On the left, you’ll see the US Dollar (USD) value for various Pound Sterling (GBP) amounts, and on the right, the reverse. It’s a handy guide to see how the GBP/USD exchange rate works across a range of values.
| GBP/USD conversion rates | |
|---|---|
| 5 GBP | 5.5550Â USD |
| 10 GBP | 11.1100Â USD |
| 50 GBP | 55.5500Â USD |
| 100 GBP | 111.1000Â USD |
| 500 GBP | 555.5000Â USD |
| 1000 GBP | 1111.0000Â USD |
| 5000 GBP | 5555.0000Â USD |
| USD/GBP conversion rates | |
|---|---|
| 5 USD | 4.5005Â GBP |
| 10 USD | 9.0009Â GBP |
| 50 USD | 45.0045Â GBP |
| 100 USD | 90.0090Â GBP |
| 500 USD | 450.0450Â GBP |
| 1000 USD | 900.0900Â GBP |
| 5000 USD | 4500.4500Â GBP |
Currency Comparison
This table offers a side-by-side look at the Pound Sterling (GBP) and the US Dollar (USD), covering key facts about each currency. You’ll find details like their names, symbols, nicknames, minor units, and the countries where they’re used. It also shows which central bank issues them, when they were introduced, and how they rank globally in terms of usage. It’s a quick way to get familiar with the background of both currencies.
| Basic Details | GBP | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Name | British Pound | US Dollar |
| Nickname | Sterling, Quid | Greenback, Buck, Grand |
| Symbol | £ | $ |
| Minor Unit | Penny | Cent |
| Minor Unit Symbol | p | c |
| Country | United Kingdom | United States |
| Central Bank | Bank of England | Federal Reserve System (Fed) |
| Year Introduced | 1694 | 1792 |
| Countries of Usage | UK, British Overseas Territories | Ecuador, El Salvador, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands (and others) |
| Major Currency Rank | 4 | 1 |
Pound Sterling to US Dollar Trend
This interactive chart tracks GBP/USD trends over the past year, showing how the Pound Sterling has moved against the US Dollar. You can adjust the time range (7, 14, or 60 days) to zoom in on recent GBP to USD exchange rate movements and spot short-term patterns. Hover over any point to see the exact exchange rate and date, with the percentage change for your chosen period displayed clearly in the top corner for quick reference.
Historical Rates for GBP/USD
This table shows the historical exchange rate ranges for the GBP/USD currency pair over different time periods. For each period, you can see the lowest and highest rates recorded, giving you a sense of how the exchange rate has moved over time: from today, the past few days, up to the last 10 years, and even all time data. It’s a useful way to spot long-term trends or compare how the rate has shifted more recently.
| Period | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Today | 1.1111 | 1.2222 |
| Past 7 Days | 1.1111 | 1.2222 |
| Past 30 Days | 1.1111 | 1.2222 |
| Past 60 Days | 1.1111 | 1.2222 |
| Past 10 Years | 1.1111 | 1.2222 |
| All time | 1.1111 | 1.2222 |
GBP/USD History
2026
In 2026, the average GBP/USD exchange rate was approximately 1.3453
The GBP/USD hit its highest point of the year on January 27, 2026, when the rate was approximately 1.3848
Its lowest point came on June 24, 2026, when the rate was approximately 1.3165
2011-2025
Between 2011-2025, the average GBP/USD exchange rate was approximately 1.3948.
The highest GBP/USD rate in this period was on July 2, 2014, when the rate was 1.7162.
The lowest GBP/USD rate in this period was on September 27, 2022, when the rate was approximately 1.0726.
The latest GBP/USD exchange rate is currently:
GBP
USDFactors Influencing Future Movements
Some of the main factors set to influence the GBP/USD exchange rate are:
- Economic Growth:The British Pound’s value against the US Dollar is strongly influenced by the relative performance of the UK and U.S. economies. The UK is projected to grow by around 1.4% in 2025 and 1.6% in 2026, while the United States is expected to expand by 2.2% in 2025 and 2.0% in 2026. The US’s stronger growth outlook may lend support to the dollar, while the UK’s more modest trajectory leaves sterling sensitive to shifts in domestic demand and external trade conditions.
- Interest Rates: Monetary policy divergence between the Bank of England (BoE) and the U.S. Federal Reserve is a key driver of GBP/USD. By the end of 2026, the UK’s base interest rate is forecast at around 3.25%, compared with the Fed’s policy rate of about 3.75%. This interest rate gap may support the USD, though both currencies remain highly responsive to inflation trends and forward guidance from their respective central banks.
- Trade Dynamics: The U.S. is one of the UK’s largest trading partners, with strong flows in services, financial products, aerospace, and manufactured goods. Despite not having a formal free trade agreement, both sides maintain deep economic ties, and periodic negotiations about closer trade arrangements remain on the agenda. For the U.S., trade with the UK represents an important services market, while for the UK, expanding access to the American economy is central to its post-Brexit trade strategy. Developments in transatlantic trade policy can therefore directly affect GBP/USD.
- Global Market Sentiment: The US Dollar is regarded as the world’s primary reserve and safe-haven currency, while the pound is more sensitive to domestic politics and investor sentiment around the UK economy. By 2026, 10-year U.S. Treasury yields are projected at about 4.2%, compared with 3.9% for UK gilts, giving the dollar a modest yield advantage. In periods of global uncertainty, investors typically favor the USD, while in more stable market conditions, sterling can recover ground if UK fundamentals hold steady.
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