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GBP to CNY 2025 Forecasts

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

 

Forecasts for GBP to CNY

 

The GBP to CNY exchange rate has recently seen increased volatility amid significant geopolitical developments and economic factors impacting both currencies. Analysts are cautious following the U.S. administration's announcement of a 10% tariff on UK imports, which adds uncertainty to the already fluctuating relations between the U.S. and its trading partners, including the UK. This tariff regime, part of a broader trade war strategy, has left the pound somewhat "adrift," trading without a strong directional bias due to a lack of pertinent UK economic data. Experts note that the pound may continue to experience pressure from appreciation in other currencies, although optimism regarding the UK economy has provided a buffer against steep losses.

On the other hand, the Chinese yuan has faced its own challenges, particularly following retaliatory measures from Beijing in response to the new tariffs imposed by the U.S. The yuan has slid past significant levels against the dollar, suggesting ongoing issues with the recovery of the Chinese economy, which is struggling to bounce back from the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. The People's Bank of China (PBOC) appears to be allowing a weaker yuan, reacting to economic pressures and signals from the market. These developments, particularly the central bank's potential policy shifts, have introduced further uncertainty surrounding the yuan's trajectory.

Furthermore, recent data indicates that the GBP to CNY exchange rate is currently trading at 9.7014, representing a 1.8% increase above its three-month average of 9.5273. This price has remained stable within a range of 7.0%, primarily between 9.1579 and 9.7971, showing resilience despite the turbulent environment.

Forecasts suggest that the future of the GBP to CNY exchange rate will largely hinge on the outcomes of ongoing trade negotiations, the strength of the UK and Chinese economies, and investor confidence driven by political and economic stability in both nations. Currency forecasters recommend close monitoring of economic indicators and policy announcements from both the Bank of England and the PBOC, as these will likely continue to influence exchange rate movements in the coming weeks.

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GBP to CNY Market Data

British pound (GBP) to Chinese yuan (CNY) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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GBP to CNY at 9.7014 is 1.8% above its 3-month average of 9.5273, having traded in a relatively stable 7.0% range from 9.1579 to 9.7971
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DateGBP/CNYChangePeriod
16 May 2025
9.5760
1.1% 2 Week
01 Mar 2025
9.1579
5.7% 3 Month
30 May 2024
9.0406
7.1% 1 Year
31 May 2020
8.8112
9.9% 5 Year
02 Jun 2015
9.4797
2.2% 10 Year
04 Jun 2005
15.02
35.5% 20 Year
GBP/CNY historic rates & change to 30-May-2025
 

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