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Best GBP to USD Exchange Rates Compared Live

The best GBP to USD exchange rate is 1.2688. Compare foreign transfer and currency exchange rates, find better rates & deals.

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Comparing GBP-USD exchange rates

Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare Pound Sterling (GBP) to US dollar (USD) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

The above Sterling to Dollar comparison table makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged vs the latest GBP-USD mid-rate (see below) and the possible savings of using another provider.

 
@bestfxrates : #GBPUSD update: Mixed forecasts amid UK's soft wage growth & possible BoE rate cut pressure the Pound. Meanwhile, USD rallies on higher inflation & Fed's rate cut delay. Despite a volatile MPC vote dip, the Pound's stability near 1.2753 suggests more swings ahead. Watch key data! 🕰️ Mar 15

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GBP to USD Market Data

Pound Sterling (GBP) to US dollar (USD) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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GBP to USD is at 7-day lows near 1.2728, just above its 3-month average, having traded in a very stable 2.6% range from 1.2538 to 1.2861
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DateGBP/USDChangePeriod
04 Mar 2024
1.2689
0.3% 2 Week
19 Dec 2023
1.2730
0% 3 Month
19 Mar 2023
1.2187
4.4% 1 Year
20 Mar 2019
1.3205
3.6% 5 Year
21 Mar 2014
1.6487
22.8% 10 Year
23 Mar 2004
1.8464
31.1% 20 Year
GBP/USD historic rates & change to 18-Mar-2024
 

What are equivalent amounts of GBP and USD?

Here are some popular conversion amounts for GBP to USD (Pound Sterling to US dollar)*.

GBP USD
£ 1 $ 1.2688
£ 5 $ 6.3440
£ 10 $ 12.69
£ 20 $ 25.38
£ 50 $ 63.44
£ 100 $ 126.88
£ 250 $ 317.20
£ 500 $ 634.40
£ 1,000 $ 1,269
£ 2,000 $ 2,538
£ 5,000 $ 6,344
£ 10,000 $ 12,688
£ 20,000 $ 25,376
£ 50,000 $ 63,440
£ 100,000 $ 126,880
GBP USD
£ 0.7881 $ 1
£ 3.9405 $ 5
£ 7.8810 $ 10
£ 15.76 $ 20
£ 39.41 $ 50
£ 78.81 $ 100
£ 197.03 $ 250
£ 394.05 $ 500
£ 788.10 $ 1,000
£ 1,576 $ 2,000
£ 3,941 $ 5,000
£ 7,881 $ 10,000
£ 15,762 $ 20,000
£ 39,405 $ 50,000
£ 78,810 $ 100,000

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*Converted at the current GBPUSD interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.

 
 

Forecasts for GBP to USD

 

Recent exchange rate forecasts for GBP to USD have been mixed due to varying economic data and policy decisions affecting both currencies. The Pound (GBP) has been under pressure following softer wage growth and employment data in the UK, leading to expectations of a potential interest rate cut by the Bank of England (BoE). Despite some positive economic indicators such as strong retail sales and Services PMI data, GBPUSD experienced volatility, dropping briefly after a split MPC vote but later recovering ground.

Read our full review of recent GBP to USD forecasts.

 

How to get a good GBP to USD exchange rate

There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting Pound Sterling to US dollar:

  1. Shop around for the best GBP/USD exchange rate: Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare rates from different sources before making a conversion.
  2. Timing is important: Keep an eye on the GBP/USD rate on currency markets, as exchange rates can fluctuate frequently. Try to make your transactions when the exchange rate is in your favor. You can do this easily with our BER Smart Rate Tracker.
  3. Use a credit/debit or travel card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees: Some credit cards charge additional fees for transactions made in a foreign currency, so it's important to check with your card issuer to see if they charge these fees and what their exchange rate is.
  4. Use a multi-currency account: Having a multi-currency account allows you to hold and transfer money in both GBP and USD at close to the interbank rate. It also allows you to make payments or withdrawals in the local currency while avoiding high conversion fees.
  5. Buy currency in advance: If you know that you will need foreign currency in the future, consider buying it in advance when the exchange rate is favorable.

The key is reducing excessive costs and fees

Generally speaking, if you are buying US dollar with Pound Sterling, then it's better for the GBP/USD exchange rate to be higher.

However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).

The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.

Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.

It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.

Will the Pound Sterling rise against the US dollar?

It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.

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Read our Currency guide to the United States - a practical currency and money guide to travel, living and doing business in the United States with the US dollar.

 
 
 

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