The peso wakes up to another telling day in the global markets.
According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Reference Exchange Rate Bulletin, the Philippine peso continues to feel the weight of a strong U.S. dollar—while moving in different directions against Asia, the Middle East, and major Western currencies.
Here’s what today’s numbers really mean, explained simply.
Peso vs U.S. Dollar: The Main Story
The benchmark everyone watches.
Today, $1 = ₱59.2410.
The dollar remains firm, keeping the peso under pressure. For Filipinos who import goods, travel abroad, or pay dollar-based expenses, this means higher costs. For exporters and OFWs, it brings a small sense of relief.
This rate sets the tone for everything else.
Peso vs Japan (JPY): Small Numbers, Big Impact
The Japanese yen stands at ₱0.3746 per ¥1.
The yen remains weak globally, which makes Japanese goods more competitive—but also reflects Japan’s ongoing economic challenges.
Peso vs UK (GBP): Still Expensive
The British pound trades at ₱79.7680.
Strong, steady, and expensive. The pound continues to rank among the priciest currencies against the peso, affecting students, travelers, and remittances tied to the UK.
Peso vs Hong Kong (HKD): Stable and Familiar
The Hong Kong dollar is at ₱7.5987.
Its peg to the U.S. dollar keeps it stable, making it predictable for Filipinos working or doing business in Hong Kong.
Peso vs Switzerland (CHF): Strength Holds
The Swiss franc stands at ₱74.3020.
Known as a “safe-haven” currency, the franc remains strong—reflecting continued global uncertainty.
Peso vs Canada (CAD): Moderate Pressure
The Canadian dollar trades at ₱42.6962.
Balanced and steady, this rate matters greatly for Filipino families with loved ones working in Canada.
Peso vs Singapore (SGD): Regional Power
The Singapore dollar sits at ₱46.0804.
Strong regional fundamentals keep the SGD firm, reinforcing Singapore’s role as a financial anchor in Southeast Asia.
Peso vs Australia (AUD): Commodity-Driven
The Australian dollar is at ₱39.7507.
Still influenced by global commodity prices, the AUD remains relatively stable against the peso.
Peso vs Bahrain (BHD): One of the Strongest
The Bahraini dinar trades at a striking ₱157.1796.
One of the strongest currencies in the world, backed by oil wealth and a tight peg to the U.S. dollar.
Peso vs Kuwait (KWD): No Rate Available
For today, no reference rate is available for the Kuwaiti dinar.
But it remains known as the world’s strongest currency—often even higher than Bahrain’s.
Peso vs Saudi Arabia (SAR): Oil-Linked Stability
The Saudi riyal stands at ₱15.7976.
Its dollar peg keeps it steady, offering predictability for millions of OFWs in the Kingdom.
Peso vs Brunei (BND): Quietly Strong
The Brunei dollar trades at ₱45.9019.
Closely linked to the Singapore dollar, it remains firm and reliable.
Peso vs Indonesia (IDR): Regional Contrast
The Indonesian rupiah comes in at ₱0.0035.
A reminder of how currencies in the region move very differently, despite shared geography.
Peso vs Thailand (THB): Tourism Watch
The Thai baht is at ₱1.8978.
Its movement matters for tourism, trade, and cross-border travel in Southeast Asia.
Peso vs UAE (AED): OFW Lifeline
The UAE dirham trades at ₱16.1327.
Another dollar-pegged currency, offering stability for Filipinos working in the Middle East.
Big Picture
The message today is clear.
The peso remains under pressure, led by a strong U.S. dollar and resilient Middle Eastern currencies. Asian currencies show mixed signals, while Western currencies continue to demand a premium.
For now, the peso holds its ground—but every decimal tells a story.
And today, ₱59 to the dollar is the headline Filipinos cannot ignore.
