Google Search is currently showing the British Pound (GBP) worth just Rs. 9 against the Pakistani Rupee, even though the actual market value of one pound is around Rs. 377.
The incorrect exchange rate appears when users search for the GBP to PKR conversion on Google, leading to confusion among users.
The issue appears to be a display or data error on Google Search rather than a real change in currency markets. Banks, currency dealers, and forex platforms in Pakistan continue to trade the British Pound at its normal rate, which is hundreds of rupees higher than what Google is showing.
This is not the first time Google Search has displayed incorrect exchange rates for Pakistan. In a previous incident, the US dollar was shown at around Rs. 140 on Google, even though its actual value was at least Rs. 280 at the time. That error also caused confusion before being corrected.
Currency exchange rates are typically sourced from third-party data providers, and errors can occur due to glitches, delayed updates, or incorrect data feeds. However, such mistakes can be misleading, especially in countries like Pakistan, where exchange rates are closely watched due to inflation and currency volatility.
Users are advised to rely on official bank rates, licensed exchange companies, or the State Bank of Pakistan for accurate and up-to-date currency values, rather than depending solely on search engine results.
As of now, Google has not issued an official statement explaining the cause of the incorrect British Pound valuation or when the issue will be resolved.
