Have you ever wondered how the Philippine Peso compares to other world currencies? Well, it’s all about exchange rates, and these rates change every day! These rates tell you how much one currency is worth in another country’s money. Here’s a breakdown of how the Philippine Peso (PHP) stands compared to the top 15 currencies around the world, based on the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)’s latest reference exchange rate bulletin for May 14, 2025.
1. US Dollar (USD)
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PHP Equivalent: 55.7130
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What Does This Mean? If you have 1 US Dollar, it will give you 55.71 Philippine Pesos. The US Dollar is still one of the most important currencies in the world, and it’s worth more than the Peso.
2. Japanese Yen (JPY)
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PHP Equivalent: 0.3779
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What Does This Mean? The Japanese Yen is much weaker than the Dollar. So, 1 Yen is worth only about 0.38 Peso.
3. British Pound (GBP)
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PHP Equivalent: 74.1540
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What Does This Mean? The British Pound is very strong compared to the Peso, with 1 Pound worth about 74.15 Pesos.
4. Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
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PHP Equivalent: 7.1463
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What Does This Mean? 1 Hong Kong Dollar is worth about 7.15 Pesos.
5. Swiss Franc (CHF)
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PHP Equivalent: 66.4040
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What Does This Mean? The Swiss Franc is also worth more than the Peso, with 1 Swiss Franc equal to about 66.40 Pesos.
6. Canadian Dollar (CAD)
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PHP Equivalent: 39.9778
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What Does This Mean? The Canadian Dollar is worth 39.98 Pesos.
7. Singapore Dollar (SGD)
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PHP Equivalent: 42.8199
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What Does This Mean? 1 Singapore Dollar equals 42.82 Pesos.
8. Australian Dollar (AUD)
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PHP Equivalent: 36.0352
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What Does This Mean? 1 Australian Dollar is worth about 36.04 Pesos.
9. Bahraini Dinar (BHD)
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PHP Equivalent: 147.8347
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What Does This Mean? The Bahraini Dinar is very strong! 1 Dinar equals a huge 147.83 Pesos.
10. Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
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PHP Equivalent: N/A
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What Does This Mean? The Kuwaiti Dinar isn’t listed here, but it’s one of the strongest currencies in the world, worth more than most others.
11. Saudi Riyal (SAR)
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PHP Equivalent: 14.8544
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What Does This Mean? The Saudi Riyal is worth 14.85 Pesos for 1 Riyal.
12. Brunei Dollar (BND)
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PHP Equivalent: 42.6560
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What Does This Mean? 1 Brunei Dollar equals 42.66 Pesos.
13. Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
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PHP Equivalent: 0.0034
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What Does This Mean? The Indonesian Rupiah is very weak compared to the Peso. 1 Rupiah is just 0.0034 Peso.
14. Thai Baht (THB)
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PHP Equivalent: 1.6771
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What Does This Mean? 1 Thai Baht is worth about 1.68 Pesos.
15. United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED)
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PHP Equivalent: 15.1691
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What Does This Mean? The UAE Dirham equals 15.17 Pesos for 1 Dirham.
Why Do These Exchange Rates Matter?
These exchange rates show how strong or weak one country’s money is compared to another. For example, if you want to buy something from another country, these rates tell you how much you need to pay in your own currency. A stronger currency means it’s worth more in another country, while a weaker currency means it’s worth less.
What do you think about these exchange rates? Why do you think some countries have stronger currencies than others?
