US Dollar to British Pound exchange rate

As of 2026-07-08, 1 US Dollar equals 0.748577 British Pound at the mid-market exchange rate. This is the fairest reference rate — the midpoint between what buyers and sellers are paying on global currency markets.

Known as 'Cable' in trading circles, the USD/GBP pair connects the world's two largest financial centres — New York and London — and reflects UK–US trade and investment flows.

US Dollar (USD, $): The US Dollar is the world's primary reserve currency and the most traded currency on global foreign-exchange markets. It is the official currency of the United States.

British Pound (GBP, £): The British Pound Sterling is one of the oldest currencies still in use and a major reserve currency. It is used in the United Kingdom.

Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as Federal Reserve and Bank of England, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.

For USD/GBP specifically, shifts in capital flows between the United States and the United Kingdom, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.

Over the past 30 days, USD/GBP traded between 0.743373 and 0.759353, with the pair losing 0.13% overall. The current rate of 0.748577 sits below the 30-day midpoint of 0.751363.

Historical context helps you judge whether today's rate is relatively strong or weak, but past performance does not predict future movements. Always compare the rate you are offered against the mid-market figure shown here.

Banks and card providers typically add a 1–4% margin on top of the mid-market rate shown on this page, plus fixed transfer fees. Before exchanging USD for GBP, compare the final amount you will receive — not just the headline rate.

For larger amounts, specialist money-transfer services often beat bank rates. For travel, prepaid multi-currency cards or local ATMs may offer competitive rates depending on your bank's foreign-transaction fees.