Invesco CurrencyShares British Pound Sterling Trust (FXB)
| Assets | $71.50M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.40% |
| PE Ratio | n/a |
| Shares Out | 550,000 |
| Dividend (ttm) | $3.05 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.35% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Payout Ratio | n/a |
| 1-Year Return | +6.32% |
| Volume | 8,737 |
| Open | 129.54 |
| Previous Close | 129.81 |
| Day's Range | 129.37 - 129.71 |
| 52-Week Low | 120.90 |
| 52-Week High | 133.11 |
| Beta | 0.28 |
| Holdings | 2 |
| Inception Date | Jun 21, 2006 |
About FXB
Fund Home PageThe Invesco CurrencyShares British Pound Sterling Trust (FXB) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the USD/GBP Exchange Rate index. The fund delivers exposure to changes in value of the British pound (GBP) relative to the US dollar. FXB was launched on Jun 21, 2006 and is issued by Invesco.
Dividends
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | $0.22747 | Feb 6, 2026 |
| Jan 2, 2026 | $0.2389 | Jan 8, 2026 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $0.23597 | Dec 5, 2025 |
| Nov 3, 2025 | $0.23967 | Nov 7, 2025 |
| Oct 1, 2025 | $0.23967 | Oct 7, 2025 |
| Sep 2, 2025 | $0.25315 | Sep 8, 2025 |
News
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BREAKING: Trump strikes major deal with UK on drug pricing
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The plan presented by the chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, called for spending increases and higher taxes on the wealthy and the middle class.
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Finance minister Rachel Reeves said the leak by the government spending watchdog was "deeply disappointing" and a "serious error."
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U.K. Consumer Sentiment Falls Back
The mood of British consumers dampened a little this month, with expectations of a slowing economy and the potential for tax increases later this year threatening an even greater downturn.
September BoE: A Pause Amidst "Prominent" Upside Inflation Risks
The Bank of England held its Bank Rate at 4.00% in September, reflecting a more unified and cautious stance amid persistent inflation risks. MPC members overwhelmingly supported maintaining rates and ...
UK August CPI: Stable Inflation Confirms A BoE Pause Tomorrow
UK inflation remained stable in August, with headline and core CPI readings aligning with expectations and showing only modest shifts in goods and services. Energy and food prices continue to exert up...
July UK CPI: Inflation Heats Up, But The BoE May Look Through The Noise
UK July CPI surprised to the upside, driven by volatile components like energy and airfares, but underlying inflation pressures remain nuanced. Core and services inflation are still firm, but much of ...
June BoE: The Bank of England Pauses To Digest Weakening Growth And Employment Data
The Bank of England paused rate cuts at 4.25%, reflecting caution amid weakening UK growth and labor market data. Recent inflation data aligns with BoE forecasts, but risks remain two-sided.
UK CPI April: A Hot, Services Inflation Surprise
UK inflation surged in April, driven by higher utility bills and holiday travel, with CPI rising 1.2% MoM and 3.5% YoY, exceeding expectations. Core inflation also accelerated, highlighting persistent...
May BoE Decision: Progress On Inflation Allows Another BoE Cut
The Bank of England cut its Bank Rate by 25 bps to 4.25%, reflecting a cautious approach amid inflation concerns and slowing growth. The decision was highly contested, with members divided between a l...
February U.K. CPI: Cool February Inflation Counters The January Flare Up
February's UK CPI inflation data came in below expectations, with headline CPI at 2.8% YoY and core CPI at 3.5% YoY. Energy and food prices contributed to inflation, but energy remains deflationary Yo...
UK equities are cheap and aggregate, says strategist
Peter Toogood, chief investment officer at Embark Group, discusses U.K. and European equity markets and the productivity issues affecting them.
Bank Of England To Keep Rates On Hold, But Faster Cuts Are Coming
With services inflation still elevated, the Bank of England is treading more carefully towards lower interest rates than the Federal Reserve. That suggests the committee will vote for no change this m...
U.K. Update: Life Under Labour
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FXB: Elections Have Consequences
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Bank Of England Hints That The First Rate Cut Is Drawing Nearer
The Bank of England kept rates on hold this month. Comments in the statement and minutes suggest officials are getting closer to cutting interest rates despite some recent unwelcome services inflation...
Bank of England To Use June Meeting To Lay The Ground For A Summer Rate Cut
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Bank Of England: Dovish May Dance Opens Door To Summer Rate Cut
Despite holding steady on rates, the BoE keeps the door open to cutting rates faster than some may expect. Two of the nine MPC members advocated for a rate cut in contrast to only one member who said ...
Bank of England Sticks To The Script And Keeps Rates On Hold
The Bank of England has been careful not to endorse the idea of a near-term rate cut in its latest policy statement.
U.K. Chancellor Has Limited Space For Tax Cuts As Market Rates Move Higher
The UK government reportedly wants to introduce sweeping tax cuts in the Spring Budget on 6 March. But the reappraisal of Bank of England rate cuts in financial markets means the money available for g...
Flash PMI Points To U.K. Economy Ending 2023 On A More Positive Note
UK economy shows resilience, suggesting GDP stagnated over Q4 2021. Flash PMI data indicates increased output, but manufacturing sector continues to decline.