Have you ever wondered how much money from other countries is worth when compared to the Philippine peso? Every day, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) checks and shares the official value of different currencies. That way, we all know how much money from the USA, Japan, UK, and others is worth if traded in the Philippines.
Let’s take a closer look at the Top 15 most traded or important currencies today (July 28, 2025), and find out how strong they are against the Philippine Peso (₱)!
💵 1. United States Dollar (USD)
-
1 US Dollar = ₱56.93
-
This is the world’s most popular currency! Used in America, it’s often the base for comparing other money.
💴 2. Japanese Yen (JPY)
-
1 Yen = ₱0.39
-
Japan’s money may seem small in number, but it’s powerful in trade. It takes about 3 Yen to equal 1 Peso.
💷 3. British Pound (GBP)
-
1 Pound = ₱76.53
-
The UK’s currency is one of the strongest! Just 1 Pound is already worth more than ₱70!
💲 4. Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
-
1 HK Dollar = ₱7.25
-
A strong currency used in the global financial hub of Hong Kong.
💰 5. Swiss Franc (CHF)
-
1 Franc = ₱71.60
-
Switzerland’s money is strong and reliable, often used in global banking.
🍁 6. Canadian Dollar (CAD)
-
1 CAD = ₱41.54
-
Known as the “loonie,” Canada’s currency trades well in global markets.
🦁 7. Singapore Dollar (SGD)
-
1 SGD = ₱44.45
-
A very strong Asian currency. Singapore’s economy makes this currency stable and valuable.
🐨 8. Australian Dollar (AUD)
-
1 AUD = ₱37.42
-
Commonly used in Asia-Pacific trade. Australians call their dollar the “Aussie.”
🏦 9. Bahrain Dinar (BHD)
-
1 Dinar = ₱151.07
-
This is one of the most expensive currencies in the world! Just 1 Dinar is worth over ₱150!
❌ 10. Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
-
No rate listed today.
-
Usually even stronger than Bahrain’s, but BSP didn’t post its value this time.
🕋 11. Saudi Riyal (SAR)
-
1 Riyal = ₱15.18
-
Many OFWs in Saudi Arabia send money back to the Philippines using this currency.
🌴 12. Brunei Dollar (BND)
-
1 BND = ₱44.28
-
Almost the same as Singapore’s dollar! Brunei and Singapore have similar currency value.
🇮🇩 13. Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
-
1 Rupiah = ₱0.0035
-
It takes a lot of rupiah to match 1 peso. Even 1,000 rupiah is only ₱3.50!
🇹🇭 14. Thai Baht (THB)
-
1 Baht = ₱1.76
-
Thailand’s currency is popular for tourists and trade in Southeast Asia.
🕌 15. UAE Dirham (AED)
-
1 Dirham = ₱15.50
-
Many Filipinos working in Dubai and Abu Dhabi use this to send money home.
🧠 What Can We Learn From This?
These numbers show us which currencies are stronger or weaker than the Philippine peso. Some countries have high-value money like the British Pound or the Bahrain Dinar, while others like the Indonesian Rupiah or Japanese Yen have lower face values but are used in massive amounts.
This list is important for:
-
OFWs (Overseas Filipino Workers) sending money home
-
Business owners trading internationally
-
Travelers planning trips abroad
-
And even kids who want to learn about global money!