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GBP to CNY 2026 Forecasts

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

 

The GBP to CNY exchange rate is currently range-bound, exhibiting stability in recent trading.

Key drivers include:

  • Monetary policy: The Bank of England (BoE) has cut rates but suggested future cuts may slow, while the People's Bank of China is delaying rate reductions to maintain currency stability.
  • Inflation and growth outlook: UK inflation is expected to decline, impacting GBP, while China's economy shows resilience with anticipated growth around 5% for 2026.
  • Recent trading activity shows GBP/CNY at 14-day lows near 9.4048, maintaining a 3.5% range over the past three months.

In the near term, the exchange rate is expected to trade within this established range. An upside risk could be a stronger-than-expected recovery in UK retail sales, while a downside risk might emerge from potential geopolitical tensions affecting trade relations with China.

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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 is at 14-day lows near 9.4048, just below its 3-month average, having traded in a very stable 3.5% range from 9.2757 to 9.6009
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Compare & Save - British pound to Chinese yuan

Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare British pound (GBP) to Chinese yuan (CNY) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our GBP to CNY 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 Yuan currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the British pound rise against the Chinese yuan?

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

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

DateGBP/CNYChangePeriod
18 Dec 2025
9.4243
0.2% ▼2 Week
03 Oct 2025
9.5950
2% ▼3 Month
01 Jan 2025
9.1368
3% ▲1 Year
02 Jan 2021
8.9326
5.3% ▲5 Year
04 Jan 2016
9.6128
2.1% ▼10 Year
06 Jan 2006
14.24
33.9% ▼20 Year
GBP/CNY historic rates & change to 01-Jan-2026

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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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