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GBP/JPY

British Pound vs. Japanese Yen

Trade the volatile British Pound against the safe-haven Japanese Yen with variable spreads.

Trade GBP/JPYTry a demo
Contract size
100,000 GBP
Margin
1% up to 200 lots at 1:100
Minimum trade
0.01 lot (1,000 GBP)
Hours (server time)
Mon 00:05 – Fri 23:58
Price chart

GBP/JPY price history.

Last price (bid)212.256+0.035 (+0.02%)todayas of Nov 10, 16:15 server time (GMT+2)

Prices are our trading platform's bid for GBPJPY. Times are server time, New York + 7 hours (GMT+2 now). Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

Charts by TradingView

Day's range
212.045 – 212.638
52-week range
201.686 – 219.591

Performance

1 week
+0.26%
1 month
+1.32%
3 months
−0.28%
Year to date
+0.57%
1 year
+5.10%
Trading costs

What a GBP/JPY trade costs.

The spread when you open, shown live above, and a swap for each night the position stays open. Spreads widen around news and at low liquidity.

Overnight swap
Long8.67
Short-27.19
Points per lot · tripled on Wednesday
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Contract specifications

GBP/JPY in detail.

Read from our trading platform daily. The specification in MetaTrader 5 always prevails.

Trading week (server time)

  • Mon: 00:05–24:00
  • Tue: 00:05–24:00
  • Wed: 00:05–24:00
  • Thu: 00:05–24:00
  • Fri: 00:05–23:58
  • Sat: Closed
  • Sun: Closed
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
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Server time is New York time + 7 hours.

Symbol
GBPJPY
Description
British Pound vs. Japanese Yen
Contract size
100,000 GBP
Lot size
0.01 – 50.00, step 0.01
Digits
3
Margin
1% up to 200 lots at 1:100Margin by position size →
Quote currency
JPY
Swap long / short
8.67 / -27.19 points
Triple swap
Wednesday
Execution
Market, STP-first
Seasonality

GBP/JPY month by month.

The change in each calendar month, from our platform's month-end closing prices (bid). Our history for this instrument starts in November 2021.

YearJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
2026+0.34%−0.65%−0.24%+1.48%+0.60%+0.59%−1.47%+1.90%−3.52%+1.05%+0.61%
2025−2.24%−1.48%+2.22%−1.54%+1.65%+2.03%+0.67%−0.23%+0.11%+1.86%+2.02%+2.17%
2024+3.78%+1.58%+0.89%+3.19%+1.67%+1.51%−5.22%−0.43%+0.06%+2.08%−2.79%+3.17%
2023+1.06%+2.13%+0.08%+4.49%+1.28%+5.69%−0.32%+1.01%−1.18%+1.06%+1.56%−4.00%
2022−0.57%−0.36%+3.64%+2.21%−0.75%+1.90%−1.74%−0.54%+0.04%+5.61%−2.46%−4.69%
2021−3.61%+3.49%
Average+0.47%+0.24%+1.32%+1.97%+0.89%+2.34%−1.62%+0.34%−0.90%+2.33%−1.06%+0.03%
Months higher3/52/54/54/54/55/51/52/53/55/52/53/5

Month to date · Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

News and events

GBP/JPY: related news and releases.

Our analysis

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Recent headlines

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Headlines from other publishers, linked to the original article. They are not written or endorsed by GCC Brokers.

Key releases

  • GDP MoMGBP

    Nov 12, 09:00 · Forecast -0.1% · Previous 0.1%

  • GDP Growth Rate QoQ PrelGBP

    Nov 12, 09:00 · Forecast 0.7% · Previous 0.4%

  • GDP Growth Rate YoY PrelGBP

    Nov 12, 09:00 · Forecast 1.9% · Previous 1.2%

  • GDP Growth Rate QoQ PrelJPY

    Nov 16, 01:50 · Forecast 0.1% · Previous 0.3%

  • Unemployment RateGBP

    Nov 17, 09:00 · Previous 4.7%

  • Balance of TradeJPY

    Nov 18, 01:50 · Previous -¥556.5B

High-impact releases for GBP, JPY over the next 7 days, in server time (GMT+2). Dots on the 1D and 5D charts mark recent releases.

About

About GBP/JPY

GBP/JPY is a minor forex pair that combines the British Pound and the Japanese Yen, two of the world's most liquid and stable currencies. This pair typically trades with significant daily volume and attracts traders seeking exposure to both the UK economy and Japanese monetary policy. The pair is known for its volatility, especially during UK and Japanese economic announcements, making it popular among swing and intraday traders.

GBP/JPY price movements are driven by interest rate differentials between the Bank of England and the Bank of Japan, UK and Japanese economic data, geopolitical risk sentiment, and carry trade dynamics. When the BoE raises rates while the BoJ maintains accommodation, the pair tends to strengthen. Safe-haven flows and risk appetite shifts also influence the yen significantly, creating opportunities for directional and range-trading strategies.

At GCC Brokers, GBP/JPY is available with automatic execution and no manual intervention. Trade on both Zero and Standard accounts; GCC Brokers Limited is regulated by the FSC Mauritius. Our platform delivers consistent execution and variable spreads for this dynamic minor pair.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the trading hours for GBP/JPY?

GBP/JPY trades 24 hours a day, five days a week. It is usually most active during the London and Tokyo sessions. The exact hours, in server time, are in the specifications above.

What spreads does GCC Brokers offer on GBP/JPY?

Spreads are variable and depend on market conditions and your account. Standard and Pro have no commission, and Pro has tighter spreads; Zero has raw spreads plus a commission. The live spread is shown on this page.

What drives GBP/JPY price movements?

GBP/JPY is primarily influenced by interest rate differentials between the Bank of England and Bank of Japan, UK and Japanese economic data (GDP, inflation, employment), and risk sentiment. Safe-haven flows push the yen higher during market stress, while risk appetite strengthens the pound. Geopolitical developments and central bank communications also play a significant role.

Is GBP/JPY suitable for carry trading?

Yes, GBP/JPY can be attractive for carry traders when the interest rate differential widens, particularly when the BoE maintains higher rates than the BoJ. However, the pair's volatility can erode carry gains during risk-off periods, so position sizing and risk management are essential. Traders should monitor central bank policy shifts and safe-haven demand carefully.

Why trade GBP/JPY with GCC Brokers?

Orders on GBP/JPY are executed automatically, with no manual intervention and no requotes. GCC Brokers Limited is regulated by the FSC Mauritius.

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Trade GBP/JPY on MT5.

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Live price · Standard account pricesMarket openMarket closedConnecting…
Sell (bid)212.311
Buy (ask)212.348
Spread
0.037
Digits
3
Updated
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Prices stream from our trading platform. Pro and Zero accounts are priced differently; see trading costs below.