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GBP to AED Rates - 2026 Forecast

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.

 

GBP/AED Outlook:

The GBP/AED rate is slightly positive and likely to move sideways. The current position is just above the recent average but lacks a clear driver to push significantly higher or lower.

Key drivers:

  • Rate gap: The Bank of England's steady interest rates contrast with the UAE Central Bank's recent cut, which helps the AED maintain stability.
  • Risk/commodities: Oil prices have been volatile recently, with fluctuations affecting market confidence and in turn the value of GBP against the AED.
  • One macro factor: UK GDP growth continues to be upbeat, supported by strong retail sales and PMI data, reinforcing confidence in the pound.

Range:

GBP/AED is expected to drift within its 3-month range, maintaining stable levels without extreme fluctuations.

What could change it:

  • Upside risk: Stronger-than-expected UK economic data could enhance demand for the GBP.
  • Downside risk: Growing geopolitical tensions could increase risk aversion, negatively impacting the pound.

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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 at 4.9688 is just above its 3-month average, having traded in a quite stable 5.6% range from 4.8148 to 5.0822
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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
09 Feb 2026
5.0257
1.3% ▼2 Week
25 Nov 2025
4.8324
2.7% ▲3 Month
23 Feb 2025
4.6459
6.8% ▲1 Year
24 Feb 2021
5.1965
4.5% ▼5 Year
26 Feb 2016
5.0949
2.6% ▼10 Year
28 Feb 2006
6.4326
22.9% ▼20 Year
GBP/AED historic rates & change to 23-Feb-2026

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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