GBP/USD Live Rate & Chart

Explore live GBP/USD exchange rate, historical GBP to USD chart

Current Rate	$?1.26437 (-0.18%)
Previous Close	$?1.26534
Open	$?1.2655
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The current GBP/USD exchange rate is $?1.26437 after a -0.18% decrease compared to the previous close at $?1.26534. Today, GBP/USD opened at $?1.2655.

GBP to USD Performance

Change	1 Hour	24 Hours	7 Days	1 Month	3 Months	6 Months	1 Year	YTD	3 Years	5 Years	Max
GBP/USD	0.02%	-0.18%	-0.21%	-2.42%	-3.59%	-0.75%	0.92%	-0.70%	-5.59%	-1.45%	-15.56%

GBP to USD Quarterly Returns

Year	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Total
2015	-4.58%	5.62%	-3.62%	-2.62%	-5.41%
2016	-2.71%	-7.01%	-2.64%	-4.95%	-16.28%
2017	1.75%	3.80%	2.84%	0.81%	9.49%
2018	3.82%	-5.82%	-1.31%	-2.17%	-5.60%
2019	2.25%	-2.59%	-3.26%	7.93%	4.01%
2020	-6.62%	-0.07%	4.53%	5.64%	3.05%
2021	0.87%	0.29%	-2.64%	0.49%	-1.03%
2022	-2.87%	-7.69%	-7.94%	8.35%	-10.56%
2023	2.00%	2.94%	-3.94%	4.38%	5.28%
2024	-0.75%	0.11%	5.75%	--	--
Average	-0.68%	-1.04%	-1.22%	1.98%	-1.90%

The top-performing year for GBP/USD was 2017 when the price of the currency pair increased by 9.49%, from $?1.233391 to $?1.350429. The worst-performing year for GBP/USD was 2016 when the price decreased by -16.28%, from $?1.473312 to $?1.233391. Usually, GBP/USD performs best in Q4 with an average 1.98% gain, and worst in Q3 with -1.22% loss.

GBP Heat Map

GBP	USD	EUR	JPY	AUD	CAD	CHF	CNH
1 Hr	0.02%	-0.01%	-0.09%	-0.03%	0.02%	0.08%	0.02%
Day	-0.18%	0.01%	-1.09%	-0.52%	-0.33%	-0.30%	-0.28%
Week	-0.21%	-0.15%	-1.27%	-1.07%	-0.56%	-0.81%	-0.33%
Month	-2.42%	0.18%	-0.14%	0.03%	-1.44%	-0.37%	-0.90%
Year	0.92%	4.53%	4.64%	1.48%	2.66%	0.95%	2.11%

In the last 24 hours, GBP has lost against the most traded currencies in the world, recording an average decrease of -0.38%.

About British Pound

The British Pound (GBP), officially known as Pound Sterling, is the currency of the United Kingdom and several of its territories. It is one of the world's oldest currencies still in use and is recognized for its stability and reliability. The pound is divided into 100 pence, and its symbol is often represented by "￡." The currency is issued by the Bank of England and plays a significant role in global finance, being one of the most traded currencies in the foreign exchange market. The pound's value can be influenced by various economic factors, including inflation rates, interest rates, and political stability.

About US dollar

The US dollar (USD) is the official currency of the United States and serves as a global benchmark for international trade and finance. Introduced in 1792, it is one of the world's most widely used currencies, functioning as the primary reserve currency held by central banks and financial institutions. The dollar is subdivided into 100 smaller units called cents. Its symbol, "$," is recognized internationally. The US dollar's strength is bolstered by the country's large economy, political stability, and the extensive use of the dollar in global transactions, making it a cornerstone of the world financial system.

GBP to USD Rate FAQ

What was the highest GBP to USD rate?

The highest GBP to USD rate on record was $?0.956442, which was reached on Sep 25, 2022. The current GBP/USD rate is 32.20% lower than the all-time high rate.

What is the range of GBP to USD today?

The lowest rate reached by GBP/USD today is . Meanwhile, today’s highest GBP to USD rate was .

What is GBP to USD forecast?

Currently, the CoinCodex price prediction algorithm is forecasting the GBP/USD to be $?1.263207 24 hours from now. This would represent a -0.09% decrease compared to the current GBP/USD exchange rate.

What is the current GBP to USD exchange rate?

The current GBP to USD exchange rate is $?1.26437. GBP/USD saw a -0.18% decrease in the last 24 hours.

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GBP/USD

British Pound/US dollar

$?1.26476

-0.18%

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