GBP to USD Exchange Rate (2024)

Upcoming Events for GBP and USD

Event

Prev.

Cons.

2h 43m

Med

GBP

52.8

52.9

2h 43m

High

GBP

52.5

52.8

2h 43m

High

GBP

52.1

52.1

4h 13m

Med

GBP

CBI Industrial Trends Orders (Aug)

-32

-25

6h 43m

Med

USD

Chicago Fed National Activity Index (Jul)

0.05

-0.2

6h 43m

High

USD

Initial Jobless Claims (Aug/17)

227K

230K

6h 43m

High

USD

Jobless Claims 4-week Average (Aug/17)

236.5K

245K

6h 43m

High

USD

Continuing Jobless Claims (Aug/10)

1864K

1870K

7h 58m

High

USD

49.6

49.6

7h 58m

High

USD

55

54

FRB and BOE Interest Rates

Country Central Bank Current Rate Previous Rate Next Meeting
United States Federal Reserve 5.5% 5.5% 27 days
United Kingdom Bank of England 5.0% 5.25% 28 days

Latest GBPUSD News

U.S. Dollar Extends Decline After Fed Minutes, Payroll Revisions

The U.S. dollar extended decline against its major counterparts in the New York session on Wednesday, as the minutes from the Federal Reserve's July meeting reinforced expectations for a rate cut in September.

RTTNews | 13h 18min ago

Vast Majority Of Fed Meeting Participants See Rate Cut As 'Likely' Next Month

With recent economic data increasing confidence the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates next month, the minutes of the central bank's latest monetary policy meeting seemingly provided additional support for that sentiment.

RTTNews | 15h 18min ago

Pound Climbs Ahead Of Fed Minutes

The pound advanced against its major counterparts in the New York session on Wednesday, ahead of the release of the Federal Reserve's July meeting minutes that could provide greater clarity on monetary policy easing.

RTTNews | 17h 46min ago

U.S. Added 818,000 Fewer Jobs Than Previously Reported, BLS Says

Revised data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Wednesday showed job growth in the U.S. was weaker than previously reported in the twelve months ended March 2024. The BLS said the U.S. economy added 818,000 fewer jobs from March 2023 to March 2024 than initially reported, reflecting 0.5 percent weaker job growth.

RTTNews | 18h 37min ago

Analysis for GBPUSD

USD Weakens Amid Fed Speculation; BOE's Divergent Path Gains Attention

The US Dollar eased across the board as traders braced for key central bank meetings this week. The Federal Reserve's potential pivot towards a more dovish monetary policy has caused the USD to dip to its lowest level in seven months. This shift in sentiment reflects growing expectations that the Fed may soon begin a rate-cutting cycle, influencing market movements.

ACY Securities | 1h 44min ago

Daily Global Market Update

Gold held steady, but technical indicators suggest overbought conditions. The Euro and Pound gained against the Dollar, also showing overbought signals. Bitcoin surged significantly, with similar technical warnings. Wall Street rallied on recession hopes and potential rate cuts. Cardano dropped from top 10 cryptocurrencies. AMD to acquire ZT Systems for AI expansion.

Moneta Markets | 1 day ago

Dollar Pressures by Dovish Fed Remark

The Dollar Index (DXY) remains under pressure as dovish comments from multiple Federal Reserve officials suggest the possibility of a rate cut in the near future.

PU Prime | 2 days ago

The Week Ahead - Fed Signals & Currency Shifts: The Fed, the Euro, and the Pound in Focus

This week is shaping up to be an important one for global markets, with all eyes on the Federal Reserve’s annual economic symposium in Jackson Hole, running from July 22 to 24. This year’s theme, “Reassessing the Effectiveness and Transmission of Monetary Policy,” couldn’t be more timely given the current economic uncertainties.

ACY Securities | 2 days ago

GBPUSD Exchange Rates Analysis

GBPUSD Historical Data - Historical GBPUSD data selectable by date range and timeframe.

GBPUSD Volatility - GBPUSD real time currency volatility analysis.

GBPUSD Correlation - GBPUSD real time currency correlation analysis.

GBPUSD Indicators - GBPUSD real time indicators.

GBPUSD Patterns - GBPUSD real time price patterns.

GBPUSD Technical Analysis

Technical Summary:

Buy

Pattern Buy (6) Sell (5)
Closing Marubozu

h1

Doji

m1

Engulfing Pattern

w1

High-Wave

m1, h4

Hikkake

h4

Long Legged Doji

m1

Short Line

m15, h4, d1

m30, mn

Spinning Top

h4

m1, mn

Legend:

Buy

Sell

Neutral

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Charts Activity

  • GBPUSD,M15 by 77902333 Aug 15 at 23:49

  • GBPUSD,H4 by Legodi1962 Aug 15 at 12:08

  • GBPUSD,H1 by saidbourane Jul 13 at 19:39

  • GBPUSD,D1 by Its_vinnie38 Jul 13 at 18:48

  • GBPUSD,H1 by pmodiy Jul 09 at 04:29

GBP to USD Exchange Rate (2024)

FAQs

GBP to USD Exchange Rate? ›

Longer-term outlook: Will the Pound Strengthen or Fall Against the Dollar in the Coming 6 Months to two years? In one year the Pound-Dollar exchange rate is expected to be at 1.2844. In two years the projected rate is 1.2803.

Is the pound going to get stronger against the Dollar? ›

Longer-term outlook: Will the Pound Strengthen or Fall Against the Dollar in the Coming 6 Months to two years? In one year the Pound-Dollar exchange rate is expected to be at 1.2844. In two years the projected rate is 1.2803.

What is a good exchange rate for GBP to USD? ›

1 British pound to United States Dollar stats
LAST 7 DAYSLAST 90 DAYS
High1.29521.3007
Low1.27701.2621
Average1.28801.2780
Volatility1.42%3.06%

Will GBP USD go up or down? ›

GBP/USD Daily Outlook

Intraday bias is back on the upside for retesting 1.3043. firm break there will resume whole rally from 1.2998 to 61.8% projection of 1.2298 to 1.3043 from 1.2664 at 1.3124, which is close to 1.3141 high. For now, risk will stay on the upside as long as 1.2664 support holds, in case of retreat.

How much is $1 GBP in USD? ›

1.29 USD

What is the strongest the pound has ever been against the dollar? ›

The Pound to Dollar rate reached a high of $2.649 on 6th Mar 1972. That remains the strongest the Pound has been against USD since it freely floated in 1971.

Why is the pound so weak against the US dollar? ›

The sterling has been in a long downward slide against the greenback for many decades, owing to the USD's rise to prominence, the growth of its economy, and GBP negatives, such as Brexit and a widening interest rate gap against the sterling, to name a few current factors.

What is the prediction for the British pound? ›

According to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts' expectations. the British Pound is forecast to trade at 1.24 by the end of Q2 2024. Looking forward, the website estimates GBP/USD to trade at 1.21 in 12 months' time.

What is the pound prediction to USD? ›

GBP/USD Technical Overview

1.2900 (Fibonacci 61.8% retracement of the latest downtrend) aligns as immediate resistance before 1.2950 (Fibonacci 78.6% retracement) and 1.3000 (psychological level, static level).

Will the pound get stronger in 2024? ›

WalletInvestor. WalletInvestor analysts suggest a bearish outlook for the GBP/USD pair in 2024, forecasting a decline to 1.235 from 1.272. The analysis indicates a steady downward trend, suggesting a weaker pound against the US dollar.

How much is $100 US in British pounds? ›

US Dollars to British Pounds conversion rates
USDGBP
100 USD77.16 GBP
500 USD385.84 GBP
1,000 USD771.69 GBP
5,000 USD3,858.49 GBP
7 more rows

What is the strongest currency in the world? ›

1. Kuwaiti dinar. Known as the strongest currency in the world, the Kuwaiti dinar or KWD was introduced in 1960 and was initially equivalent to one pound sterling.

Is it better to exchange pounds to dollars in the UK or the US? ›

Is it better to get dollars in the UK or the US? It could be more beneficial to buy your dollars in the UK rather than when when you arrive in the US. This is because the pound-to-dollar exchange rate in the UK is can be better than some of the rates offered by providers in America.

What is the prediction for the British Pound? ›

According to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts' expectations. the British Pound is forecast to trade at 1.24 by the end of Q2 2024. Looking forward, the website estimates GBP/USD to trade at 1.21 in 12 months' time.

What is the long term forecast for the pound to dollar? ›

Longer-term outlook: Is the Pound going to strengthen or weaken against the Dollar in the coming years? In eleven months the Pound-to-Dollar exchange rate is expected to trade at 1.2896 (Q2 2025), 0.56% higher. Then in one year and two months the expected rate is 1.79% higher at 1.3054 (Q3 2025).

What is the pound to dollar forecast for 2024? ›

WalletInvestor. WalletInvestor analysts suggest a bearish outlook for the GBP/USD pair in 2024, forecasting a decline to 1.235 from 1.272. The analysis indicates a steady downward trend, suggesting a weaker pound against the US dollar.

Is the US dollar stronger than the British Pound? ›

The pound is higher than the dollar because long-term price movements play a role in the face value of a currency.

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