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GBP to AED 2025 Forecasts

Analysis of recent sterling → United Arab Emirates dirham forecasts for 2025. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest British pound to United Arab Emirates dirham performance and trends.

 

The GBP to AED exchange rate has shown a downward trend recently, ending July significantly lower, marking the pound's worst monthly performance in almost two years. Analysts attribute this decline to heightened concerns regarding the UK’s fiscal health, which are reinforced by recent policy setbacks and underwhelming economic data. A critical factor influencing the pound’s future performance will be the outcome of the July manufacturing PMI, as further contraction in the UK factory sector could deter investors.

The geopolitical landscape is also impacting the AED. Recent military actions in the Middle East have affected regional markets, leading to increased oil prices and volatility. As the UAE economy is projected to grow robustly in the coming years, bolstered by sectors such as tourism and real estate, its currency may benefit from this positive outlook. However, challenges such as slowed growth in the non-oil sector could introduce some uncertainty.

Recent data indicates that the GBP to AED exchange rate stands at 4.8785, which is approximately 1.4% below its three-month average of 4.9468. This suggests that the pound has been trading within a stable range, between 4.8395 and 5.0490 over the past few months. The market's focus remains on how UK economic developments will play out alongside the UAE's bold initiatives in areas like AI investment, which are aimed at diversifying its economy.

Looking ahead, currency experts caution that the pound's trajectory will be heavily influenced by the Bank of England’s monetary policy decisions, trade negotiations, and general investor confidence amid ongoing political uncertainties. The relationship with key trading partners such as the US and the Eurozone will remain a critical factor, especially as the UK navigates its post-Brexit landscape. For investors and businesses engaged in international transactions, staying abreast of these developments will be essential in managing exposure to currency fluctuations.

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GBP to AED Market Data

British pound (GBP) to United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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GBP to AED at 4.8785 is 1.4% below its 3-month average of 4.9468, having traded in a quite stable 4.3% range from 4.8395 to 5.0490
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Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare British pound (GBP) to United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our GBP to AED calculator to see how much you could save on your international money transfers. makes it easy to compare the Total Cost you are being charged on Sterling to United Arab Emirates dirham currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the British pound rise against the United Arab Emirates dirham?

This is always a difficult question as exchange rates are influenced by many factors, so a good method to consider the British pound vs United Arab Emirates dirham current value is to look the GBP/AED historic rate and change over a range of periods.

The following table looks at the change in the GBP to AED exchange rate over periods from the previous week back to the last 10 years.

DateGBP/AEDChangePeriod
18 Jul 2025
4.9266
1.6% 2 Week
03 May 2025
4.8760
0.6% 3 Month
01 Aug 2024
4.6749
3.7% 1 Year
02 Aug 2020
4.8115
0.8% 5 Year
04 Aug 2015
5.7170
15.2% 10 Year
06 Aug 2005
6.5308
25.8% 20 Year
GBP/AED historic rates & change to 01-Aug-2025

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Forecasts disclaimer: Please be advised that the forecasts and analysis of market data presented on BestExchangeRates.com are solely a review and compilation of forecasts from various market experts and economists. These forecasts are not meant to reflect the opinions or views of BestExchangeRates.com or its affiliates, nor should they be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in any financial transactions. Read more