What are the 10 major currencies?

The 10 major currencies most commonly used in global trade, finance, and foreign exchange markets are:

1. US Dollar (USD) – United States
   • The world’s primary reserve currency and the most traded currency.
2. Euro (EUR) – Eurozone
   • Used by 20 European Union countries and the second most traded currency.
3. Japanese Yen (JPY) – Japan
   • A major reserve currency and widely traded in Asia.
4. British Pound Sterling (GBP) – United Kingdom
   • One of the oldest currencies still in use and a major global currency.
5. Swiss Franc (CHF) – Switzerland
   • Considered a “safe-haven” currency during periods of economic uncertainty.
6. Canadian Dollar (CAD) – Canada
   • Often influenced by commodity prices, especially oil.
7. Australian Dollar (AUD) – Australia
   • A major commodity-linked currency widely traded in the Asia-Pacific region.
8. Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY) – China
   • Increasingly important in global trade as China’s economy has grown.
9. Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) – Hong Kong
   • Widely used in Asian financial markets and pegged to the US dollar.
10. New Zealand Dollar (NZD) – New Zealand

• Another major commodity-linked currency, commonly traded in forex markets.

Summary Table

These currencies account for the vast majority of global foreign exchange trading and are considered the world’s major currencies.