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Best USD to GBP Exchange Rates Compared Live

The best USD to GBP exchange rate is 0.7868. Compare foreign transfer and currency exchange rates, find better rates & deals.

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Comparing USD-GBP exchange rates

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

The above Dollar to Sterling comparison table makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged vs the latest USD-GBP mid-rate (see below) and the possible savings of using another provider.

 
@bestfxrates : USD rallies to 7-day highs against GBP amid strong economic data, delaying potential Fed rate cuts till June. GBP recovers some losses on solid UK data, with eyes on BoE's March meeting. Volatility looms with market focus on central bank policies and political events. #USDBGP #ForexUpdate

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USD to GBP Market Data

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

 
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USD to GBP is at 7-day highs near 0.7856, just below its 3-month average, having traded in a very stable 2.6% range from 0.7776 to 0.7976
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DateUSD/GBPChangePeriod
04 Mar 2024
0.7881
0.3% â–¼2 Week
19 Dec 2023
0.7855
0% â–²3 Month
19 Mar 2023
0.8205
4.2% â–¼1 Year
20 Mar 2019
0.7573
3.8% â–²5 Year
21 Mar 2014
0.6065
29.5% â–²10 Year
23 Mar 2004
0.5416
45.1% â–²20 Year
USD/GBP historic rates & change to 18-Mar-2024
 

What are equivalent amounts of USD and GBP?

Here are some popular conversion amounts for USD to GBP (US dollar to Pound Sterling)*.

USD GBP
$ 1 £ 0.7868
$ 5 £ 3.9340
$ 10 £ 7.8680
$ 20 £ 15.74
$ 50 £ 39.34
$ 100 £ 78.68
$ 250 £ 196.70
$ 500 £ 393.40
$ 1,000 £ 786.80
$ 2,000 £ 1,574
$ 5,000 £ 3,934
$ 10,000 £ 7,868
$ 20,000 £ 15,736
$ 50,000 £ 39,340
$ 100,000 £ 78,680
USD GBP
$ 1.2709 £ 1
$ 6.3545 £ 5
$ 12.71 £ 10
$ 25.42 £ 20
$ 63.55 £ 50
$ 127.09 £ 100
$ 317.73 £ 250
$ 635.45 £ 500
$ 1,271 £ 1,000
$ 2,542 £ 2,000
$ 6,355 £ 5,000
$ 12,709 £ 10,000
$ 25,418 £ 20,000
$ 63,545 £ 50,000
$ 127,090 £ 100,000

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*Converted at the current USDGBP interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.

 
 

Forecasts for USD to GBP

 

Recent forecasts and market updates suggest a strengthening bias for the USD to GBP exchange rate. The US Dollar (USD) has been rallying following stronger-than-expected economic data, particularly in terms of inflation and job growth. Market analysts anticipate the Federal Reserve to delay potential rate cuts, with expectations of a reduction in borrowing costs likely pushed back to June. This positive momentum for the USD has led to the currency reaching 7-day highs against the British Pound (GBP).

Read our full review of recent USD to GBP forecasts.

 

How to get a good USD to GBP exchange rate

There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting US dollar to Pound Sterling:

  1. Shop around for the best USD/GBP exchange rate: Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare rates from different sources before making a conversion.
  2. Timing is important: Keep an eye on the USD/GBP rate on currency markets, as exchange rates can fluctuate frequently. Try to make your transactions when the exchange rate is in your favor. You can do this easily with our BER Smart Rate Tracker.
  3. Use a credit/debit or travel card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees: Some credit cards charge additional fees for transactions made in a foreign currency, so it's important to check with your card issuer to see if they charge these fees and what their exchange rate is.
  4. Use a multi-currency account: Having a multi-currency account allows you to hold and transfer money in both USD and GBP at close to the interbank rate. It also allows you to make payments or withdrawals in the local currency while avoiding high conversion fees.
  5. Buy currency in advance: If you know that you will need foreign currency in the future, consider buying it in advance when the exchange rate is favorable.

The key is reducing excessive costs and fees

Generally speaking, if you are buying Pound Sterling with US dollar, then it's better for the USD/GBP exchange rate to be higher.

However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).

The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.

Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.

It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.

Will the US dollar rise against the Pound Sterling?

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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Read our Currency guide to the United Kingdom - a practical currency and money guide to travel, living and doing business in the United Kingdom with the Pound Sterling.

 
 
 

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