usdgbp

USDGBP refers to the exchange rate between the United States dollar (USD) and the British pound sterling (GBP). In this quotation, the rate indicates how many US dollars are required to obtain one British pound. Some financial platforms present the inverse, GBPUSD, which shows how many US dollars one pound can buy. The two are mathematically related as reciprocals, subject to market spreads.

The pair is one of the most actively traded in the global foreign exchange market, delivering high liquidity in the spot market and across forwards, futures, and options. Trading typically centers on major financial hubs such as London and New York. Market participants include banks, hedge funds, corporations, and retail traders, all seeking to hedge exposure or speculate on relative economic developments.

Prices for USDGBP are influenced by a range of factors, including U.S. and U.K. economic data (growth, inflation, employment), monetary policy expectations from the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England, interest rate differentials, and global risk sentiment. Political developments, trade flows, commodity prices, and Brexit-related news can also impact the rate. Like other FX pairs, USDGBP moves in response to surprises in data and policy guidance.

Quotation, trading conventions, and settlement follow standard forex practice. The pair is quoted in units of USD per GBP, with prices quoted to the nearest pip or fraction of a cent. Spot trades generally settle in two business days (T+2), while forwards and options extend into future dates.