Currency in United Kingdom
United Kingdom's currency is -1.66 % — #31 of 71 countries on the atlas (higher is better). Period 2026-07-24.
-1.66 %
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One unit buys 1.7 % fewer dollars than a year ago.
The currency’s US-dollar value now vs one year ago — positive means it strengthened. Our calculation from daily ECB reference rates.
Currency nearby: Fiji 0.00 % · Singapore -1.18 % · Czech Republic -1.70 % · Sweden -2.46 %
How to read this figure
Our own calculation from daily ECB reference rates: the currency’s US-dollar value today versus one year ago. A strengthening currency makes imports and foreign travel cheaper; it is not a verdict on the economy.