British Pound to US Dollar — GBP to USD
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GBP/USD Rate — Last 30 Days
GBP dipped 0.18% this week — minor weakness, within normal market noise.
The 7-day average rate is below the 30-day average — recent momentum favors USD strengthening vs GBP. The trend may continue until a catalyst (rate decision, economic data) reverses it.
The rate is in the bottom 20% of its 30-day range — bearish short-term positioning. Watch if it holds support or breaks to a new low.
RSI of 26 means GBP has fallen fast relative to USD and may be oversold. RSI below 30 often precedes a bounce — but in a strong downtrend, the rate can stay oversold for weeks.
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Rate Statistics
| Period | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 1.3244 | 1.3163 | 1.3206 |
| 30 days | 1.3618 | 1.3163 | 1.3433 |
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Historical GBP/USD Rates by Year
What drives the GBP/USD rate?
Whether you're converting pounds for a US trip, receiving USD income in the UK, or tracking Cable's moves, here's what drives the British Pound to US Dollar rate. The GBP/USD pair, known as Cable, is one of the oldest currency pairs in the world. It is heavily influenced by Bank of England monetary policy, UK inflation data, and employment figures. Since Brexit, UK-EU trade relations have added an additional layer of political sensitivity to this pair.
How to get the best GBP to USD rate
The rate shown above is the interbank mid-market rate — the real exchange rate used between financial institutions. Individual customers cannot access this rate directly. Banks typically add a 2–3% spread on top, meaning you receive significantly less than the rate shown.
Online transfer services like Wise offer rates very close to the interbank rate with a small transparent fee of 0.5–1%. On a $1,000 GBP exchange this typically saves $15–25 compared to a bank. Airport exchange booths charge the highest fees — often 5–8% above the interbank rate — and should be avoided for large amounts.