US Dollar to British Pound — USD to GBP
USD to GBP Converter
USD/GBP Rate — Last 31 Days
Rate Statistics
| Period | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 0.7446 | 0.7433 | 0.7439 |
| 30 days | 0.7498 | 0.7343 | 0.7421 |
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What drives the USD/GBP rate?
Whether you're heading to the UK, sending money to Britain, or watching how far your dollar goes in London, here's what drives the US Dollar to British Pound 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 USD to GBP 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 USD 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.