Today's GBP to INR Exchange Rate
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GBP to INR Exchange Rate: High-Low Ranges for 7, 30, and 90 Days
The table below outlines the expected upper and lower bounds of the GBP to INR exchange rate based on historical price data.
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What is Influencing the GBP to INR Exchange Rate Today?
The primary drivers of the GBP to INR exchange rate are interest rates and inflation. By comparing these two factors, you can gauge the possible direction in which a currency might trend over time. It is best to consider which country is more inflationary or deflationary relative to the other, let’s do this by looking at the latest key indicators:
Latest Key Economic Data for UK and India | |||
Inflation Rate | Interest Rate | Manufacturing PMI | |
UK | 1.7% | 5.00% | 51.5 |
India | 5.49% | 6.50% | 56.5 |
RBI's Monetary Policy and Inflation Update
On the 8th of August 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept its benchmark policy repo rate steady at 6.5% for the ninth consecutive meeting. This aligns with market expectations and aims to guide inflation towards the central bank's 4% target while supporting economic growth.
On October 14th, India's annual inflation rate rose to 5.49% in September 2024, up from 3.65% in August and exceeding market expectations of 5%. This marked the highest inflation since the start of the year, driven by a surge in food prices (9.24% vs 5.66%), especially vegetables (35.99%). Housing inflation also edged up (2.78% vs 2.66%), while the decline in fuel prices slowed (-1.39% vs -5.31%). This spike pushes inflation above the RBI’s 4% target, raising doubts about imminent rate cuts.
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das highlighted ongoing uncertainties in inflation, with falling fuel prices offset by elevated food costs. The RBI also retained its economic growth forecast for FY 2025 at 7.2%, and its inflation forecast at 4.5%.
Bank of England's Monetary Policy and Inflation Update
On the 19th of September 2024, the Bank of England voted by a majority of 8-1 to maintain interest rates at 5%. The Committee also unanimously agreed to reduce the stock of UK government bond purchases by £100 billion over the next 12 months, bringing the total to £558 billion.
Prior to this, on the 1st of August 2024, the Bank of England reduced rates to 5%, marking the first cut since 2020. On the 16th of October 2024, the UK's annual inflation rate fell to 1.7% in September, the lowest since April 2021, down from 2.2% in the previous two months. The largest downward pressure came from transport (-2.2% vs 1.3%), particularly airfares and motor fuels, with petrol prices dropping to 136.8 pence per litre from 153.6 pence a year earlier. Slower price growth was also seen in housing, utilities, and furniture, while inflation for recreation, culture, and restaurants eased. Meanwhile, food and non-alcoholic beverages inflation rose to 1.9% from 1.3%.
The rise in core inflation highlights concerns about persistent inflationary pressures, especially in transportation and services. While headline inflation remains stable, the trend in core inflation may prompt further considerations in future policy decisions.
Key Statistics: GBP to INR Exchange Rate
- Average Positive Return: The average positive return per month for GBP to INR is 2.23%.
- Average Negative Return: The average negative return per month for GBP to INR is -1.84%.
- Average Return: The average return per month for GBP to INR is 0.37%.
- Standard Deviation: The standard deviation of monthly returns for GBP to INR is 2.94%.
- Monthly Performance: Out of the total months in our dataset, 54.26% are positive and 45.74% are negative.
- Probability-Adjusted Returns: The probability-adjusted monthly positive return is 1.21%, and the probability-adjusted monthly negative return is -0.84%.
How to Convert Pounds to Rupees with Rutland FX?
To convert pounds to INR and send money to India from the UK using Rutland FX, you’ll need to register for either a personal or a business account. After submitting your application, our onboarding team will review it, and they may request additional information about your transfer if necessary. Once your account is activated and enabled, you can proceed to convert sterling to INR at a competitive exchange rate and no payment fees.
What is the Minimum Transfer?
How Long Does It Take?
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What about Intermediary Fees?
Intermediary (correspondent bank ) fees are small charges deducted from a limited number of international payments before they reach the beneficiary. These fees are not imposed by Rutland FX, and the majority of payments processed through us will not incur intermediary fees. Payments to India via IMPS or NEFT do not incur intermediary fees, as they are local payment rails.
What If The GBP Does Not Arrive by The Settlement Date?
If you booked GBP to INR as a spot FX trade,it will have one of three value dates:
- “Tod” (Today): This means same day settlement and dispatch.
- “Tom” (Tomorrow): This indicates booking the currency for the next business day; settle the trade by or before the cut-off time on the following business day.
- “Spot” (Today+2 days): This represents the longest settlement window before the trade is considered a forward contract. Settle the trade by the cut-off time on the third day.
If an INR spot trade is not settled by the cut-off time of 15:30 on the settlement date, the back-office team will automatically close your trade, and you will have to re-book it when your funds are settled. This can cause a variation in the exchange rate and also costs associated with selling back the trade. It’s important that you settle the conversion by the specified settlement date and time to avoid delays or unnecessary costs.
Is Rutland FX FCA Regulated?
Rutland FX is a UK-based financial technology company (FinTech) that has assisted businesses and individuals in reducing the cost of cross-border payments and managing currency risk for over 7 years. The Rutland FX trading platform is powered by “Currencycloud,” a subsidiary of Visa. The Currency Cloud Limited is regulated and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI), under the firm reference number 900199. This authorisation level is equivalent to that of PayPal. You can verify this information by searching the firm reference number on the FCA website and checking the “Firm Status”.
How are My Funds and Account Protected?
As an Electronic Money Institution (EMI), Currencycloud is obligated to maintain adequate capital reserves and ensure the proper safeguarding of customer funds. When funds are posted to your account, e-money is issued in exchange for these funds by an EMI we work with, called Currencycloud. In line with regulatory requirements, Currencycloud safeguards your funds. This means the money behind the balance you see in your account is held at a reputable bank, such as Barclays, and is protected for you in the event of Currencycloud’s or our insolvency. Currencycloud stops safeguarding your funds once the money has been paid out of your account to your beneficiary’s account.
Under the Payment Services Regulations 2017 (PSRs) for payment instructions that are provided remotely or online, strong customer authentication must be applied. To log into your Rutland FX account, you will need to set up Two Factor Authentication (2FA). This will be done through our partner Authy or by receiving a text message to the phone number used when you originally registered. When you are making a payment to a new beneficiary, these details must be uploaded via the online portal or e-mailed into our operations team. The instructions MUST come from the e-mail account that you registered with or the beneficiary will not be uploaded.
How do I get started with Rutland FX?
To open an account with Rutland FX, you will need to register online. After submitting your application, our onboarding team will review it. If no further information is needed, your account will be enabled the same day. At this stage, your account manager will also contact you to address any final questions and guide you through the platform.
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