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GBP to QAR 2025 Forecasts

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

 

The GBP to QAR exchange rate currently sits at 4.9271, aligning closely with its three-month average and exhibiting stable trading within a 4.1% range from 4.8048 to 5.0033. Despite some recent positive developments in the UK economy, including better-than-expected government borrowing figures and robust services sector performance, the pound remains under pressure due to underlying concerns.

Analysts noted that the UK services sector demonstrated significant growth in August, which initially bolstered the GBP against the U.S. dollar. However, this optimism is tempered by a steady decline in employment and growing expectations for imminent tax increases. Furthermore, the Bank of England is projected to cut interest rates by 25 basis points in November, reflecting persistent inflationary pressures, which may further hinder the pound's strength.

In contrast, the Qatari Riyal benefits from robust international reserves, which rose by 3.5% to over $70 billion. This solid financial standing, combined with ongoing economic diversification efforts, supports the stability of the QAR. Although recent geopolitical tensions and uncertainty surrounding potential U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate cuts have affected the Gulf markets, Qatar's inflation rates remain stable.

The performance of oil prices, a crucial factor for the QAR, shows Brent Crude OIL/USD trading at $67.73, slightly below its three-month average. The highly volatile nature of oil prices, having fluctuated between $62.78 and $78.85, could influence the QAR in the coming weeks.

Overall, market sentiment regarding the GBP remains cautious, with mixed signals emanating from both UK economic data and broader geopolitical developments affecting the QAR. As the weeks progress, traders and businesses engaged in international transactions should remain vigilant regarding potential shifts in both currency dynamics.

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GBP to QAR Market Data

British pound (GBP) to Qatari rial (QAR) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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GBP to QAR at 4.9271 is near its 3-month average, having traded in a quite stable 4.1% range from 4.8048 to 5.0033
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Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare British pound (GBP) to Qatari rial (QAR) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our GBP to QAR 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 Rial currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the British pound rise against the Qatari rial?

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

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

DateGBP/QARChangePeriod
08 Aug 2025
4.9130
0.3% 2 Week
24 May 2025
4.9378
0.8% 3 Month
22 Aug 2024
4.7707
2.7% 1 Year
23 Aug 2020
4.7694
2.7% 5 Year
25 Aug 2015
5.7148
14.3% 10 Year
27 Aug 2005
6.5690
25.4% 20 Year
GBP/QAR historic rates & change to 22-Aug-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