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USD to GBP 2026 Forecasts

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.

 

The USD to GBP exchange rate is currently range-bound.

The outlook is shaped by key factors:

  • The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates more aggressively by mid-2026, increasing the likelihood of a weaker USD. In contrast, the Bank of England's current signals suggest a more cautious approach to rate cuts, potentially supporting the GBP.
  • Improving global economic growth, coupled with rising commodity prices, may strengthen demand for the GBP while creating volatility for the USD.
  • UK economic growth is projected to slow, yet if retail sales show unexpected strength, it could bolster the pound.

In the near term, the USD to GBP could remain within a defined range, still fluctuating around recent levels.

Upside risks include unexpected positive economic data from the UK, while downside risks could stem from sharper-than-anticipated cuts to USD interest rates. As analysts project, the market dynamics reflect a tenuous balance between monetary policies of both central banks.

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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 is at 7-day highs near 0.7436, 1.1% below its 3-month average of 0.7517, having traded in a very stable 3.7% range from 0.7405 to 0.7681
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Compare & Save - US dollar to British pound

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

Use our USD to GBP 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 Dollar to Sterling currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

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
18 Dec 2025
0.7472
0.5% ▼2 Week
03 Oct 2025
0.7420
0.2% ▲3 Month
01 Jan 2025
0.7987
6.9% ▼1 Year
02 Jan 2021
0.7314
1.7% ▲5 Year
04 Jan 2016
0.6796
9.4% ▲10 Year
06 Jan 2006
0.5666
31.2% ▲20 Year
USD/GBP historic rates & change to 01-Jan-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