Trade GBP/AUD, Europe meets Asia-Pacific
GBP/AUD prices how many Australian dollars one British pound buys. It pairs a European services economy with a commodity exporter linked to China, so it reacts to UK data, Australian data, metal prices and global risk mood, and it often travels a long way in a day.
- 24/5 trading
- Buy or sell
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GBP/AUD
Spreads from, pips · Premium
1.0
About GBP/AUD
British pound vs Australian dollar
Because the two currencies respond to different forces, GBP/AUD can trend strongly for weeks. A slowdown in China or falling iron-ore prices tends to weigh on the Aussie and lift the pair; strong UK data or a hawkish Bank of England does the same from the pound side.
It trades in two distinct windows: the Asian session when Australian and Chinese data come out, and the London session for UK releases. Spreads are usually wider than on the majors, so check the live spread in MT5 before you trade.
- MT5 symbol
- GBPAUD
- Known as
- Pound–Aussie cross
- Pip size
- 0.0001
- Trading hours
- 24/5
- Central banks
- Bank of England and Reserve Bank of Australia
- Pip value (1 lot)
- A$10 per standard lot (about $6.50 at AUD/USD 0.6500)
- Character
- Wide daily ranges
What moves it
4 forces that drive GBP/AUD
BoE vs RBA
The rate outlook in the UK compared with Australia sets the medium-term direction.
Commodities and China
Iron ore, coal and Chinese demand move the Aussie side of the pair.
Risk appetite
The Aussie is risk-sensitive, so global sell-offs tend to lift GBP/AUD.
UK data
UK inflation, wages and GDP move the pound side.
When to trade
Best hours and key releases for GBP/AUD
Most active: The Asian session for Australian news and the London session for UK news (roughly 22:00–16:00 GMT).
| Session | GMT | UAE time |
|---|---|---|
| SydneyActive | 21:00–06:00 | 01:00–10:00 |
| TokyoActive | 00:00–09:00 | 04:00–13:00 |
| LondonActive | 07:00–16:00 | 11:00–20:00 |
| New York | 12:00–21:00 | 16:00–01:00 |
Releases that move GBP/AUD
- BoE rate decisionEight times a year.
- RBA rate decisionEight times a year.
- UK CPIMonthly.
- Australian CPI and jobsMonthly.
- China PMIs and tradeMonthly.
Spreads can widen and prices can gap around these releases. Check an economic calendar for exact dates and times.
Pricing
GBP/AUD spreads by account
Choose the account that fits your trading. The live GBP/AUD spread is always shown in MT5 before you place an order.
Classic
Spread-only, no commission
Spreads from
1.6 pips
- Commission
- None
- Min. deposit
- $100
Premium
Lower spreads, no commission
Spreads from
1.0 pips
- Commission
- None
- Min. deposit
- $3,000
VIP
Raw spreads plus commission
Spreads from
0.0 pips
- Commission
- $6 per 1.00 lot round turn, proportional to lot size
- Min. deposit
- $25,000
* Indicative typical spreads, may vary; last updated 28 September 2026. Spreads are variable and may widen during news releases and low-liquidity sessions. Commissions may apply depending on account type.
Leverage magnifies both gains and losses. Maximum leverage depends on the instrument, account type and your jurisdiction.
Get started
How to trade GBP/AUD on MT5
- 1
Open an account
Register online, verify your identity and choose Classic, Premium or VIP. - 2
Fund your account
Deposit with one of the available methods in the client portal. - 3
Find GBPAUD in MT5
Log in to MetaTrader 5, open Market Watch and add GBPAUD to see the live price and spread. - 4
Plan and place the trade
Set your position size and stop-loss, then choose Buy if you expect the pair to rise or Sell if you expect it to fall.
Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Forex prices, including GBP/AUD, can move quickly against you, especially around news releases.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the spread on GBP/AUD at IST Markets?
Spreads on IST Markets accounts start from 1.6 pips on Classic, 1.0 pips on Premium and 0.0 pips plus commission on VIP. The spread on GBP/AUD is variable and depends on market conditions; the live spread is always shown in MT5 before you trade. Cross pairs usually have wider spreads than the majors.
What is the pip value of GBP/AUD?
One pip on GBP/AUD is a price move of 0.0001. On one standard lot it is worth A$10 per standard lot (about $6.50 at AUD/USD 0.6500); a mini lot (0.10) is worth a tenth of that and a micro lot (0.01) a hundredth. Use the free pip calculator to work it out for your trade size.
What is the best time to trade GBP/AUD?
The pair trades 24 hours a day, Monday to Friday. It is usually most active during The Asian session for Australian news and the London session for UK news (roughly 22:00–16:00 GMT). Liquidity tends to be thinnest around the daily rollover and late on Fridays, when spreads can widen.
Why does GBP/AUD move so much?
The two currencies are driven by very different economies and time zones, so their moves rarely cancel out. Commodity swings and China news add to UK-specific news, which often produces wide daily ranges.
When is the best time to trade GBP/AUD?
During the Asian session for Australian and Chinese data, and during London hours for UK data. The overlap around the London open is often the busiest.
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