Bangko Sentral Reports Latest Exchange Rates: November 18, 2025

The Philippine peso remains under close watch as global currencies fluctuate amid economic uncertainties. According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), here’s how the peso stacks up against the top 15 major currencies today:

1. US Dollar (USD) – PHP 59.086 per $1
   The US dollar remains a strong anchor, with the peso trading just above PHP 59, showing stability amid global market shifts.

2. Japanese Yen (JPY) – PHP 0.3806 per ¥1
   The yen remains relatively weak against the peso, hovering below half a peso per unit, reflecting ongoing economic pressures in Japan.

3. British Pound (GBP) – PHP 77.7335 per £1
   The pound continues to dominate, trading at nearly PHP 78, making imports from the UK more expensive for Filipinos.

4. Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) – PHP 7.600 per HK$1
   Stable against the peso, the HKD remains a vital currency for trade and tourism links between the Philippines and Hong Kong.

5. Swiss Franc (CHF) – PHP 74.2473 per CHF
   The Swiss franc continues to be one of the stronger currencies globally, reflecting investor confidence in Switzerland.

6. Canadian Dollar (CAD) – PHP 42.0481 per CAD
   The Canadian dollar shows moderate strength, giving peso holders reasonable value in trading with Canada.

7. Singapore Dollar (SGD) – PHP 45.3496 per S$1
   The peso holds steady against the Singapore dollar, reflecting consistent trade and investment relations.

8. Australian Dollar (AUD) – PHP 38.3586 per AUD
   The AUD remains below PHP 40, highlighting a slightly weaker Australian economy compared to global peers.

9. Bahraini Dinar (BHD) – PHP 156.7268 per BHD
   The BHD is the strongest among the top 15 currencies, trading at over PHP 156, reflecting Bahrain’s strong economic position.

10. Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) – N/A
    BSP has not released a current PHP equivalent for the Kuwaiti dinar as of today.

11. Saudi Riyal (SAR) – PHP 15.7559 per SAR
    The riyal remains a key currency for OFWs in the Middle East, with the peso trading around PHP 15.76.

12. Brunei Dollar (BND) – PHP 45.1762 per B$1
    The Brunei dollar shows stability against the peso, remaining a reliable currency in Southeast Asia.

13. Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) – PHP 0.0035 per Rp1
    The rupiah remains low in value versus the peso, reflecting Indonesia’s large money supply.

14. Thai Baht (THB) – PHP 1.822 per ฿1
    The peso trades at nearly PHP 1.82 per baht, highlighting moderate fluctuations in Southeast Asian currencies.

15. United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED) – PHP 16.087 per AED
    The UAE dirham holds strong against the peso, providing stability for trade and overseas Filipino workers in the UAE.

Other BSP Updates:

• Buying Rate (T/T): PHP 58.700

• Selling Rate (T/T): PHP 59.200

• Reference Rate: PHP 58.950

• Gold Buying: $4,034.45 per ounce

• Silver Buying: $49.85 per ounce

The peso continues to show resilience amid global economic uncertainties, but traders and consumers should remain cautious, as fluctuations in major currencies like the USD, GBP, and BHD can directly impact import costs, remittances, and tourism revenue.