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GBP to AED 2026 Forecasts

Analysis of recent sterling → United Arab Emirates dirham forecasts for 2026. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest British pound to United Arab Emirates dirham performance and trends.

 

The current market bias for GBP to AED is range-bound. Key drivers include:

  • The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates, which may place downward pressure on the GBP as it adjusts to lower inflation forecasts. This contrasts with the stability in UAE interest rates, which can support the AED.
  • Economic growth forecasts in the UK are slowing, with growth projected at 1.2% in 2026, influencing the Pound's strength against the Dirham.
  • In contrast, strong economic growth in the UAE, projected at 5.3% for 2026, is likely to bolster the Dirham against the Pound.

The GBP to AED exchange rate is expected to trade within a stable range over the next few months, reflecting current volatility levels. Upside risks include unexpected UK economic resilience that could strengthen the Pound. Conversely, a downturn in retail sales or further signs of economic weakness in the UK could weigh on the GBP, pushing it lower against the AED.

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GBP to AED Market Data

British pound (GBP) to United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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GBP to AED is at 90-day highs near 4.9616, 1.5% above its 3-month average of 4.8869, having traded in a very stable 3.8% range from 4.7817 to 4.9616
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Compare & Save - British pound to United Arab Emirates dirham

Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare British pound (GBP) to United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our GBP to AED calculator to see how much you could save on your international money transfers. makes it easy to compare the Total Cost you are being charged on Sterling to United Arab Emirates dirham currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the British pound rise against the United Arab Emirates dirham?

This is always a difficult question as exchange rates are influenced by many factors, so a good method to consider the British pound vs United Arab Emirates dirham current value is to look the GBP/AED historic rate and change over a range of periods.

The following table looks at the change in the GBP to AED exchange rate over periods from the previous week back to the last 10 years.

DateGBP/AEDChangePeriod
16 Dec 2025
4.9305
0.6% ▲2 Week
01 Oct 2025
4.9500
0.2% ▲3 Month
30 Dec 2024
4.6090
7.6% ▲1 Year
31 Dec 2020
5.0217
1.2% ▼5 Year
02 Jan 2016
5.4215
8.5% ▼10 Year
04 Jan 2006
6.4544
23.1% ▼20 Year
GBP/AED historic rates & change to 30-Dec-2025

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Forecasts disclaimer: Please be advised that the forecasts and analysis of market data presented on BestExchangeRates.com are solely a review and compilation of forecasts from various market experts and economists. These forecasts are not meant to reflect the opinions or views of BestExchangeRates.com or its affiliates, nor should they be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in any financial transactions. Read more