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GBP to AED 2025 Forecasts

Analysis of recent sterling → United Arab Emirates dirham forecasts for 2025. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest British pound to United Arab Emirates dirham performance and trends.

 

Recent forecasts for the GBP to AED exchange rate reflect a complex interplay of domestic economic conditions and geopolitical events. Analysts note that the British pound has shown resilience, particularly driven by speculation surrounding future interest rate cuts by the Bank of England (BoE). As expectations have shifted to foresee only one additional rate cut in 2025, the pound strengthened against major currencies, including the UAE Dirham, reaching a rate of 4.9662.

The performance of the pound is influenced by a mixture of economic indicators such as inflation, employment data, and GDP growth, alongside the broader political landscape, particularly post-Brexit dynamics. Limited economic releases from the UK may lead to the pound being more susceptible to global market trends in the short term. The volatility in GBP is often heightened during active trading hours in Europe and the US, where risk appetite can sway investor sentiment towards safe-haven currencies like the US dollar.

On the other side, the UAE Dirham's value has been impacted by regional geopolitical tensions, particularly with recent military actions in Iran leading to increased oil prices and market instability. Furthermore, forecasts for the UAE's economic growth remain robust, projected at 6.2% in 2025 driven by sectors such as tourism and international trade. However, analysts caution that challenges in the non-oil sector, coupled with trade negotiations to mitigate tariffs on exports, will also play crucial roles in shaping the AED's stability.

The current GBP to AED exchange rate is just above its three-month average, signaling that while the pound has made gains, it has operated within a relatively stable range of 4.3% from 4.8395 to 5.0490. Future movements in the GBP/AED pair will likely hinge on upcoming economic data from both the UK and UAE, alongside developments in global markets that could influence investor confidence and trading dynamics. As the UK navigates its post-Brexit economic identity and the UAE seeks to strengthen its trade relationships, sustained observation of these factors will be essential for individuals and businesses engaged in international transactions.

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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 4.9662 is just above its 3-month average, having traded in a quite stable 4.3% range from 4.8395 to 5.0490
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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.

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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 Jul 2025
4.9946
0.5% 2 Week
24 Apr 2025
4.8952
1.5% 3 Month
23 Jul 2024
4.7387
4.9% 1 Year
24 Jul 2020
4.6983
5.8% 5 Year
26 Jul 2015
5.6989
12.8% 10 Year
28 Jul 2005
6.4429
22.9% 20 Year
GBP/AED historic rates & change to 23-Jul-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