That’s the big question answered by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) in its August 20, 2025 Exchange Rate Bulletin. It shows how much different currencies from around the world are worth when changed into Philippine pesos. Let’s break down the Top 15 currencies and explain what’s happening:
1. United States Dollar (USD) – ₱57.10
The US dollar is the world’s most powerful currency. For every $1, you need ₱57.10. This means America’s money is still very strong compared to ours.
2. Japan Yen (JPY) – ₱0.39
The yen looks cheap because 1 yen is less than ₱1. But don’t be fooled! Japan uses large amounts of yen in daily spending, so their economy is still very strong.
3. United Kingdom Pound (GBP) – ₱77.05
The British pound is one of the highest-valued currencies in the world. Imagine this: £1 can buy ₱77 worth of goods! It’s stronger than both the US dollar and the euro.
4. Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) – ₱7.32
In Hong Kong, 1 HK dollar equals ₱7.32. Many Filipinos working there send money home, and the exchange rate shows their remittances bring in bigger peso amounts.
5. Switzerland Franc (CHF) – ₱70.70
The Swiss franc is very strong, almost as powerful as the British pound. Switzerland is known for its banks and safe economy, and it shows in its money value.
6. Canada Dollar (CAD) – ₱41.19
The Canadian dollar is worth more than Singapore’s peso equivalent, and Canada’s strong economy (oil, farming, tech) keeps their money powerful.
7. Singapore Dollar (SGD) – ₱44.46
Singapore has one of the strongest economies in Asia. Their dollar is higher than Australia’s, showing stability in their financial system.
8. Australia Dollar (AUD) – ₱36.85
Australia’s dollar is weaker than Canada’s and Singapore’s, but still much stronger than many Asian currencies.
9. Bahrain Dinar (BHD) – ₱151.47
🔥 This is the strongest currency in the top 15! One dinar equals ₱151. It’s because Bahrain’s economy is rich in oil.
10. Kuwait Dinar (KWD) – Not Available
The Kuwaiti dinar is usually the world’s strongest currency (even higher than Bahrain’s), but today’s rate wasn’t available in BSP’s data.
11. Saudi Arabia Riyal (SAR) – ₱15.22
Saudi riyals are very important for Filipinos, since many OFWs work there. Every 1 riyal = ₱15.22, which means remittances are quite valuable.
12. Brunei Dollar (BND) – ₱44.29
The Brunei dollar has almost the same value as Singapore’s money because of their close economic ties.
13. Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) – ₱0.0035
The Indonesian rupiah looks weak: 1 rupiah is less than 1 centavo. But like the yen, Indonesians use very big numbers of rupiahs in daily life.
14. Thailand Baht (THB) – ₱1.75
The Thai baht is stronger than the rupiah but still much lower compared to big currencies like the dollar or pound.
15. United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED) – ₱15.55
Like the Saudi riyal, the dirham is strong. Many OFWs in Dubai and Abu Dhabi send dirhams home, giving families in the Philippines good peso value.
🌍 Big Picture:
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The Bahrain dinar is the most powerful among the top 15, while the Indonesian rupiah is the weakest.
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The US dollar, British pound, and Swiss franc remain globally dominant.
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For OFWs, strong exchange rates in places like Saudi Arabia and UAE mean bigger pesos for families back home.
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Experts say these rates are affected by global trade, oil prices, and even political stability.
