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USD to GBP Rates - 2026 Forecast

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

 

USD/GBP Outlook:

The USD/GBP exchange rate is likely to move sideways, trading near its recent average and within the mid-range of the past three months. Geopolitical tensions are keeping demand for the USD steady, but the outlook for the GBP remains uncertain.

Key drivers:

• Rate gap: The Federal Reserve's interest rate policies have supported the USD, while the Bank of England shows signs of potential cuts.

• Risk/commodities: As geopolitical risks rise, the USD is being favored as a safe-haven asset, putting pressure on the GBP.

• One macro factor: Ongoing political uncertainty in the UK, particularly surrounding the Labour leadership, is causing volatility in the GBP.

Range:

The USD/GBP will likely hold within its recent 3-month range as external factors influence neither currency strongly enough to drive significant movement.

What could change it:

• Upside risk: A stronger-than-expected US producer price index could boost the USD further.

• Downside risk: A loss for Labour in the by-election could destabilize GBP and prompt further declines.

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USD to GBP Market Data

US dollar (USD) to British pound (GBP) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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USD to GBP at 0.7416 is near its 3-month average, having traded in a quite stable 4.7% range from 0.7227 to 0.7569
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Compare & Save - US dollar to British pound

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Will the US dollar rise against the British pound?

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

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

DateUSD/GBPChangePeriod
13 Feb 2026
0.7325
1.2% ▲2 Week
29 Nov 2025
0.7552
1.9% ▼3 Month
27 Feb 2025
0.7939
6.6% ▼1 Year
28 Feb 2021
0.7156
3.6% ▲5 Year
01 Mar 2016
0.7165
3.4% ▲10 Year
04 Mar 2006
0.5700
30% ▲20 Year
USD/GBP historic rates & change to 27-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