GBP/USD Exchange Rate
Track the live GBP/USD exchange rate, interactive charts, technicals, and the key drivers every forex trader should know.
- Major FX pairAsset Class
- GBPUSDTicker Symbol
- USDBase Currency
- Forex CFDTradable Asset
Technical Rating
How to read this rating
The gauge sums up popular indicators and moving averages into one signal for GBPUSD, updated as prices move.
- Strong Buy — strong upward momentum.
- Buy — momentum leans up.
- Neutral — no clear direction.
- Sell — momentum leans down.
- Strong Sell — strong downward momentum.
Use it as a guide, not advice — always check the live chart and your own research before trading.
Charts, ratings, and quotes are provided by TradingView for information only. Confirm the exact tradable price in your Centrino Capital platform before placing an order.
About GBP/USD
GBP/USD, commonly known as 'Cable', measures the value of the British pound sterling against the US dollar. The quote indicates how many US dollars are required to purchase one pound.
As one of the oldest and most liquid currency pairs in the world, GBP/USD attracts significant volume from institutional traders, hedge funds, and retail participants, with price action spanning all major sessions.
The pair is influenced primarily by the policy divergence between the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve, UK economic data, political developments in Britain, and broader US dollar sentiment.
Key Facts
- Symbol
- GBP/USD
- Asset class
- Major FX pair
- Base / Quote
- GBP / USD
- Pip value
- 0.0001
- Trading hours
- 24h, Mon-Fri
- Tradable as
- Forex CFD
What Moves GBP/USD
BoE vs Fed Policy
The interest-rate differential between the Bank of England and the US Federal Reserve is the primary driver of GBP/USD direction.
UK Economic Data
Inflation, employment, retail sales, and GDP figures from the UK regularly shift expectations for Bank of England policy.
US Dollar Strength
Broad demand for the dollar as a reserve currency and safe-haven asset moves GBP/USD inversely to overall dollar strength.
Political Developments
UK political events, trade negotiations, and fiscal policy announcements can generate sharp moves in sterling.
Risk Sentiment
Sterling tends to weaken in risk-off environments as investors favour safe-haven currencies, particularly the US dollar and Japanese yen.
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GBP/USD — Questions
How much is GBP/USD live price today?
The live GBP/USD exchange rate is shown in the chart above and updates continuously through the trading week. Because FX prices move constantly, check the live chart and current bid/ask before opening a trade.
Can I trade GBP/USD with leverage?
Yes. With Centrino Capital, eligible clients can trade GBP/USD as a forex CFD with flexible leverage and transparent margin requirements. Leverage amplifies both potential gains and potential losses, so ensure you fully understand CFD risk before trading.
What moves the GBP/USD exchange rate?
GBP/USD is driven primarily by the interest-rate differential between the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve, UK and US economic data, political developments in Britain, and broad dollar flows. Major central-bank decisions and data releases are common volatility triggers.
What are the trading hours for GBP/USD?
GBP/USD trades 24 hours a day from Monday morning in Asia through to Friday evening in New York. Liquidity and trading volume are at their peak during the London session and the London-New York overlap.
Do I own pounds or dollars when I trade GBP/USD?
No. When you trade GBP/USD as a CFD you do not take physical delivery of any currency. You are speculating on the direction of the exchange rate, and can go long or short depending on your market view.
Disclaimer
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, financial guidance, or a recommendation to buy or sell GBP/USD (GBPUSD) or any other financial instrument. Live prices and charts are supplied by TradingView and may differ from the tradable prices in the Centrino Capital platform. Trading CFDs is leveraged and carries significant risk to your capital — you may lose more than you expect. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Please ensure you fully understand the risks and conduct your own research before trading. T&Cs apply.
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