On August 8, 2025, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) released its latest exchange rate bulletin — and if you’re sending money, traveling, or buying imported goods, these rates can make a big difference in your pocket.
Let’s break down the Top 15 currencies and what their numbers mean for the Philippine peso (PHP).
1. United States Dollar (USD) – ₱57.1970
The US dollar remains strong. This means every $1 is worth over ₱57, making imports from the US a bit pricier, but overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) sending dollars home give their families more pesos.
2. Japanese Yen (JPY) – ₱0.3890
The yen is low compared to the peso. One yen is worth less than 50 centavos, good for travelers to Japan but not great for OFWs earning in yen.
3. British Pound (GBP) – ₱76.8899
The pound is one of the strongest currencies today. If you work in the UK, your remittances convert to a lot of pesos.
4. Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) – ₱7.2870
Steady in value, the HK dollar benefits OFWs, but changes slightly with US dollar movement since it’s tied to it.
5. Swiss Franc (CHF) – ₱70.9640
Switzerland’s currency stays very strong. This makes Swiss products more expensive for Filipinos, but great for Filipinos earning in francs.
6. Canadian Dollar (CAD) – ₱41.6160
The CAD has moderate strength — stronger than the Singapore dollar but weaker than the pound. OFWs in Canada still get good peso value for their remittances.
7. Singapore Dollar (SGD) – ₱44.5841
Steady and strong in Asia, the SGD is valuable for OFWs and business with Singapore.
8. Australian Dollar (AUD) – ₱37.2810
The AUD is stable but slightly lower than the SGD and CAD. Good for tourism and trade.
9. Bahraini Dinar (BHD) – ₱151.7565
The Bahraini dinar is the highest-value currency here. One dinar gives you over ₱151 — huge for OFWs in Bahrain.
10. Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) – N/A
No data posted for today, but the Kuwaiti dinar is usually the strongest currency in the world, often beating the BHD.
11. Saudi Riyal (SAR) – ₱15.2416
The riyal stays strong in the Middle East. It benefits OFWs, especially since it’s linked closely to the US dollar.
12. Brunei Dollar (BND) – ₱44.4111
Almost the same value as the Singapore dollar because both countries have a currency agreement.
13. Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) – ₱0.0035
The weakest currency in this list. One peso equals around 285 rupiah, so travelers to Indonesia get more local money, but OFWs there earn less in peso value.
14. Thai Baht (THB) – ₱1.7708
The baht is stable in Southeast Asia and stronger than the rupiah, good for trade and tourism.
15. UAE Dirham (AED) – ₱15.5727
The dirham is strong, just like the Saudi riyal. OFWs in Dubai and Abu Dhabi benefit from higher peso conversions.
💡 Why this matters:
If you’re an OFW, today’s rates affect how much your family gets when you send money. If you’re a traveler, strong pesos against a country’s currency means you can spend more there. But if the peso is weak, imports and travel can cost more.
