If you’ve ever traveled or shopped online from another country, you might have heard of currency exchange rates. These rates tell you how much your Philippine Peso (PHP) is worth when trading for another country’s money.
Here’s a breakdown of how 1 US Dollar (USD) compares to the top 15 currencies around the world as of April 15, 2025. The exchange rate tells us how much one unit of foreign currency is worth in Philippine pesos.
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United States Dollar (USD)
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1 USD = 57.03 PHP
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This is the most important currency globally. If you’re buying something in the US, you’ll need around 57 pesos for each 1 dollar.
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Japanese Yen (JPY)
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1 JPY = 0.3991 PHP
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Japan’s currency is very small compared to the peso. It takes almost 2.5 yen to equal 1 peso.
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United Kingdom Pound (GBP)
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1 GBP = 75.23 PHP
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The British Pound is much stronger than the peso, with each pound worth about 75 pesos.
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Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
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1 HKD = 7.35 PHP
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If you want Hong Kong dollars, it takes about 7 pesos to get 1 HKD.
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Swiss Franc (CHF)
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1 CHF = 70.04 PHP
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The Swiss Franc is strong, so you’d need more pesos to get this currency.
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Canadian Dollar (CAD)
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1 CAD = 41.10 PHP
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Canada’s dollar is worth a little over 40 pesos for each 1 CAD.
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Singapore Dollar (SGD)
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1 SGD = 43.38 PHP
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Singapore is also a wealthy country, so the exchange rate is high.
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Australian Dollar (AUD)
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1 AUD = 36.04 PHP
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The Australian Dollar is stronger than the peso, but not as strong as the British Pound.
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Bahrain Dinar (BHD)
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1 BHD = 151.35 PHP
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Bahrain’s currency is very strong, with 1 dinar worth over 150 pesos.
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Kuwait Dinar (KWD)
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This currency does not have a value listed, but it is known to be one of the strongest currencies in the world.
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Saudi Riyal (SAR)
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1 SAR = 15.20 PHP
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Saudi Arabia’s currency is not as strong as the others, but it’s still worth 15 pesos.
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Brunei Dollar (BND)
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1 BND = 43.21 PHP
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Brunei’s dollar is on the same level as Singapore’s, strong and valued at over 43 pesos.
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Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
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1 IDR = 0.0034 PHP
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Indonesia’s currency is very weak compared to the peso, so it takes many Rupiahs to equal 1 peso.
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Thai Baht (THB)
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1 THB = 1.70 PHP
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Thailand’s currency is a bit weaker, with each Baht worth 1.70 pesos.
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United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED)
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1 AED = 15.53 PHP
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The Dirham from the UAE is close in value to the Saudi Riyal.
What Does This Mean for You?
The value of these currencies can affect prices when you shop or travel. For example, if you’re traveling to Australia or Singapore, you’ll need more pesos compared to traveling to places like Japan or Indonesia, where the exchange rate is smaller.
By knowing the exchange rate, you can plan your budget better. For example, if you’re thinking of visiting the United States, knowing that 1 USD = 57 pesos helps you estimate how much things will cost there.
More Fun Facts:
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The Euro (EUR) is at 64.78 PHP for 1 Euro, making it a bit stronger than the USD.
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Venezuela’s Bolivar (VES) is one of the weakest currencies, with 1 VES = 0.73 pesos.
Understanding how currencies compare can help you make smarter decisions when shopping online, traveling, or even saving money! Do you want to know more about how currency exchange rates work?