Have you ever wondered which currencies hold the most value globally? A currency’s strength is influenced by factors such as political stability, economic performance, monetary policy, and trade relationships.

In this article, we explore some of the world’s strongest currencies, using the US dollar (USD) as a reference point.

Understanding these currencies can help traders better assess market dynamics and identify potential opportunities in the global forex market.

What Determines a Strong Currency?

A “strong” currency is typically one that has a high exchange value relative to others, often supported by:

• Stable political and economic systems
• Strong export sectors (such as oil, finance, or manufacturing)
• Conservative monetary policy
• Investor confidence and reserve demand

Strength does not necessarily mean higher profitability, but it does reflect resilience and global trust.

World’s Strongest Currencies (Ranked)

1. Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)

The Kuwaiti dinar is widely regarded as the world’s strongest currency.

• Introduced in 1960
• Backed largely by Kuwait’s oil-driven economy
• Approximately 1 USD ≈ 0.30 KWD
• Known for long-term stability and controlled supply

2. Bahraini Dinar (BHD)

The Bahraini dinar is one of the highest-valued currencies globally.

• Introduced in 1965
• Pegged to the US dollar
• Supported by oil and gas exports
• 1 USD ≈ 0.38 BHD

3. Omani Rial (OMR)

Oman’s national currency ranks among the world’s strongest.

• Divided into 1,000 baisa
• Supported by oil revenues and fiscal controls
• 1 USD ≈ 0.38 OMR
• Nearly double the value of the British pound

4. Jordanian Dinar (JOD)

The Jordanian dinar benefits from a stable banking system.

• Introduced in 1950
• Pegged to the US dollar
• 1 USD ≈ 0.71 JOD
• One of several high-value Middle Eastern currencies

5. British Pound Sterling (GBP)

The pound sterling is one of the world’s oldest and most actively traded currencies.

• Supported by a diversified economy
• Key global reserve and trading currency
• 1 USD ≈ 0.75 GBP
• Popular among forex traders due to liquidity

6. Gibraltar Pound (GIP)

The Gibraltar pound is pegged to the British pound at par.

• Exchangeable at face value with GBP
• Benefits from Gibraltar’s role as a financial centre
• 1 USD ≈ 0.81 GIP

Visual representation of major global currencies ranked by strength against the US dollar, highlighting exchange value differences across leading currencies.

7. Cayman Islands Dollar (KYD)

The Cayman Islands dollar is notable for its strength relative to the USD.

• Backed by the major financial services sector
• Widely used in offshore finance
• 1 USD ≈ 0.83 KYD

8. Euro (EUR)

The euro is one of the most widely used currencies in the world.

• Official currency of 19 EU countries
• Second only to the USD in global trading volume
• 1 USD ≈ 0.90 EUR
• Heavily influenced by ECB policy and regional economics

9. Swiss Franc (CHF)

The Swiss franc is considered a global safe-haven currency.

• Supported by Switzerland’s political neutrality
• Strong financial and banking sector
• 1 USD ≈ 0.98 CHF
• Often sought during periods of market uncertainty

10. US Dollar (USD)

While not the strongest by exchange value, the US dollar remains dominant.

• World’s primary reserve currency
• Involved in over 80% of global forex trades
• Central to global trade, commodities, and finance

Trading Strong Currencies with Best Wing Global

Best Wing Global provides access to global forex CFDs, allowing traders to analyse and trade major and minor currency pairs through MetaTrader 5 (MT5). With professional charting tools, real-time pricing, and advanced order execution, MT5 supports both technical and fundamental analysis when trading some of the world’s strongest currencies.

Whether you are exploring forex markets for the first time or refining an existing strategy, understanding currency strength is important for informed, disciplined CFD trading.