GBP/CNY at a glance: one GBP is worth 8.9422 CNY on October 25, 2026. Going the other way, 1 CNY buys 0.1118 GBP. The pair strengthened 0.0147 (0.16%) compared with the previous close of 8.9275. Rates are indicative mid-market levels updated through the day and are not a quote for settlement.
Today’s GBP to CNY numbers
| Current rate (1 GBP) | 8.9422 CNY |
|---|---|
| Previous close | 8.9275 CNY |
| Daily change | +0.0147 (+0.16%) |
| 30-day high | 9.0527 CNY |
| 30-day low | 8.8473 CNY |
| 30-day average | 8.9120 CNY |
| Inverse rate (1 CNY) | 0.1118 GBP |
Convert GBP to CNY
All figures below use the October 25, 2026 reference rate of 1 GBP = 8.9422 CNY.
| GBP | CNY |
|---|---|
| 1 GBP | 8.94 CNY |
| 5 GBP | 44.71 CNY |
| 10 GBP | 89.42 CNY |
| 50 GBP | 447.11 CNY |
| 100 GBP | 894.22 CNY |
| 500 GBP | 4,471.10 CNY |
| 1,000 GBP | 8,942.20 CNY |
| 5,000 GBP | 44,711.00 CNY |
| 10,000 GBP | 89,422.00 CNY |
| 100,000 GBP | 894,220.00 CNY |
What moved the GBP/CNY rate today
The GBP firmed 0.16% against the CNY in the latest session, meaning each GBP now buys more CNY than it did at the previous close. For this pair the two forces that matter most are Bank of England rate expectations, UK services inflation and gilt yields on the GBP side and the People’s Bank of China daily fixing, onshore liquidity and China’s growth data on the CNY side. When the gap between expected policy rates in the two economies widens, capital tends to flow toward the higher-yielding currency and the pair adjusts accordingly. Day-to-day moves of a few tenths of a percent are normal and are usually driven by positioning around data releases rather than a change in the underlying trend.
The past 30 days
Over the last 30 sessions the GBP/CNY pair traded between 8.8473 and 9.0527, averaging 8.9120. At 8.9422 the rate sits in the middle of its 30-day range, with no strong directional bias over the past month. That places it 46% of the way up the 30-day band, a level worth checking before you lock in a transfer.
What to watch next
- Resistance: the recent high at 9.0527 CNY. A daily close above that level would confirm fresh GBP demand.
- Support: the recent low at 8.8473 CNY. A break below it would put the 8.9120 average back in play.
- Data calendar: inflation prints, central-bank commentary and trade or employment releases for GBP and CNY remain the main triggers for short-term moves.
Frequently asked questions
How much is 1 GBP in CNY today?
One GBP converts to 8.9422 CNY at the current reference rate on October 25, 2026.
Is GBP going up or down against CNY?
The pair strengthened 0.0147 (0.16%) versus the previous close and is trading below its 30-day average of 8.9120.
What is the best time to exchange GBP to CNY?
There is no perfect timing, but comparing today’s rate with the 30-day range gives a reference point. On Oct 25 the rate is in the middle of its 30-day range, with no strong directional bias over the past month.
Data source: Exchange Rate Query aggregated central-bank and interbank reference rates. Last update: 2026-10-25 (Asia/Shanghai). Rates are for information only and do not constitute financial advice; bank counter spreads and fees will differ.