TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – In the global trade world, the exchange rate of currencies often becomes a barometer of a country’s economic strength. Despite dominating as the most traded currency, it turns out that the US dollar does not currently hold the top position as the world’s strongest currency. On the other hand, a number of currencies are at a nadir, with their values only a small fraction of one US dollar.
Quoted from Forbes and Xe Corporation, here is a list of the 10 strongest and weakest currencies in the world in 2025 based on the exchange rate with the US dollar.
Strongest Currencies in the World
On the other hand, a number of currencies show extraordinary strength, especially from countries with stable economies, large foreign reserves, and tight control over inflation.
1. Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
The Kuwaiti Dinar remains the world’s strongest currency. This strength is supported by large oil exports, conservative fiscal management, and a currency value system based on a basket of currencies.
2. Bahraini Dinar (BHD)
Bahrain relies on oil exports and the financial services sector, in addition to a fixed exchange rate policy against the US dollar.
3. Omani Rial (OMR)
Oman’s economic stability is reinforced by oil revenue, strict monetary management, and effective inflation control.
4. Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Despite regional tensions, the Jordanian Dinar remains strong thanks to controlled monetary policies and remittance flow from overseas workers.
5. British Pound (GBP)
As a global financial center, the UK maintains the strength of its currency with diverse economy and deep financial markets.
6. Gibraltar Pound (GIP)
This currency is pegged 1:1 to the British Pound, supported by the tourism, financial, and port sectors.
7. Cayman Islands Dollar (KYD)
With a position as a global financial center, the Cayman Islands relies on international banking and a stable regulatory system.
8. Swiss Franc (CHF)
Economic stability, low inflation, and a reputable banking system make the Swiss Franc one of the strongest currencies in the world.
9. Euro (EUR)
The combined currency of 20 countries is strong due to a large economic scale and trade integration in the European region.
10. US Dollar (USD)
Although not the highest in value, the US dollar still dominates global trade due to its status as the world’s primary reserve currency.
Weakest Currencies in the World
The value of the weakest currencies in the world reflects deep economic issues, ranging from political crises, high inflation, to foreign debt burdens.
1. Lebanese Pound (LBP)
The Lebanese currency is the weakest in the world, with an exchange rate of nearly 90 thousand Lebanese Pounds to 1 US dollar. The low value of this currency is due to prolonged economic crisis, uncontrollable inflation, soaring unemployment, and political turmoil in the country.
2. Iranian Rial (IRR)
International sanctions and economic isolation are putting pressure on Iran’s rial, which is valued at only 0.000024 dollars per 1 rial. One US dollar is equivalent to more than 42,000 rials.
3. Vietnamese Dong (VND)
The value of 1 dong is only about 0.000039 dollars. Slower exports and high interest rate policies in the US are putting pressure on this Vietnamese currency.
4. Lao Kip (LAK)
One kip is equal to 0.000046 dollars, making 1 US dollar exchangeable for more than 21,000 kip. Laos’ stagnant economy and foreign debt add to the burden.
5. Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
With a value of 0.000061 dollars per 1 rupiah, the US dollar is equivalent to more than 16 thousand rupiah. The cause is due to inflation and concerns about global recession affecting the depreciation of the rupiah exchange rate.
6. Uzbekistani Som (UZS)
The Uzbekistani currency is at 0.000077 dollars per 1 som. Factors that weaken the exchange rate of this currency include unfinished economic reforms and corruption.
7. Guinean Franc (GNF)
One Guinean franc is only worth 0.00012 dollars. This country is rich in gold and diamonds, but is plagued by high inflation and political instability.
8. Paraguayan Guarani (PYG)
One US dollar is equivalent to nearly 8,000 guarani. Inflation, corruption, and circulation of counterfeit money worsen Paraguay’s currency position.
9. Malagasy Ariary (MGA)
Ariary is traded at around 0.00022 dollars per unit. Madagascar relies on exports of vanilla, nickel, and cloves, but its exchange rate remains under pressure.
10. Burundian Franc (BIF)
One US dollar is equivalent to about 2,900 Burundian francs. This country relies on exports of coffee and tea, but political and economic instability weakens its exchange rate.
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