The USD/CAD exchange rate fell to 1.3931 on September 26, 2025, down 0.01% from the previous session. Over the past month, the Canadian Dollar has weakened 1.08%, and is down by 3.10% over the last 12 months. Canadian Dollar - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on September of 2025.

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Foreign Exchange Market Size 2025-2029

The foreign exchange market size is valued to increase by USD 582 billion, at a CAGR of 10.6% from 2024 to 2029. Growing urbanization and digitalization will drive the foreign exchange market.

Major Market Trends & Insights

Europe dominated the market and accounted for a 47% growth during the forecast period.
By Type - Reporting dealers segment was valued at USD 278.60 billion in 2023
By Trade Finance Instruments - Currency swaps segment accounted for the largest market revenue share in 2023

Market Size & Forecast

Market Opportunities: USD 118.14 billion
Market Future Opportunities: USD 582.00 billion
CAGR from 2024 to 2029 : 10.6%

Market Summary

The market, a dynamic and intricate web of financial transactions, plays a pivotal role in facilitating global trade and economic interactions. Its primary function is to enable the conversion of one currency into another, thereby mitigating the risk of currency fluctuations for businesses and investors. Key drivers of this market include growing urbanization and digitalization, which have expanded trading opportunities to a 24x7 global economy. However, the uncertainty of future exchange rates poses a significant challenge, necessitating effective risk management strategies. The market's evolution reflects the increasing interconnectedness of the global economy. Transactions occur in a decentralized, over-the-counter system, with major trading centers in London, New York, and Tokyo.
Participants include commercial banks, investment banks, hedge funds, and individual investors, all seeking to capitalize on price differences between currencies. Trends shaping the market include the increasing use of automation and artificial intelligence to analyze market data and execute trades. Regulatory changes, such as the introduction of stricter capital requirements, also impact the market's functioning. Looking ahead, the market is expected to remain a vital component of the global financial landscape, with continued growth driven by increased trade and economic interdependence. However, challenges, such as regulatory changes and geopolitical risks, will necessitate adaptability and innovation from market participants.

What will be the Size of the Foreign Exchange Market during the forecast period?

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How is the Foreign Exchange Market Segmented ?

The foreign exchange industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD billion' for the period 2025-2029, as well as historical data from 2019-2023 for the following segments.

Type

  Reporting dealers
  Financial institutions
  Non-financial customers


Trade Finance Instruments

  Currency swaps
  Outright forward and FX swaps
  FX options


Trading Platforms

  Electronic Trading
  Over-the-Counter (OTC)
  Mobile Trading


Geography

  North America

    US
    Canada


  Europe

    Germany
    Switzerland
    UK


  Middle East and Africa

    UAE


  APAC

    China
    India
    Japan


  South America

    Brazil


  Rest of World (ROW)

By Type Insights

The reporting dealers segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

The market, a dynamic and ever-evolving financial landscape, is characterized by constant activity and intricate patterns. Participants engage in various trading strategies, employing advanced tools such as stop-loss and take-profit orders on forex trading platforms. Real-time data feeds and order book dynamics facilitate trade execution speed, while market microstructure and slippage minimization techniques ensure efficient transactions. Currency correlation analysis and transaction cost analysis are integral to informed decision-making, with backtesting methodologies providing valuable insights. Currency forwards contracts, position sizing techniques, and forex derivatives pricing are essential components of risk management systems. Carry trade strategies, hedging strategies, and interest rate parity are popular tactics employed by market participants.

Algorithmic trading strategies, driven by options pricing models and trading algorithms' efficiency, significantly influence price discovery mechanisms. High-frequency trading and volatility modeling contribute to the market's liquidity risk management, while foreign exchange swaps and currency option valuation help manage risk. The market's complexities necessitate sophisticated risk management systems and intricate order routing optimization. Global payments systems facilitate the smooth transfer of funds, and liquidity risk management remains a critical concern for market participants. According to recent studies, The market is estimated to account for approximately USD6 trillion in daily trading volume, und

New Zealand ANZ Forecast: Foreign Exchange Rate: United States Dollar: Annual data was reported at 0.640 NZD/USD in 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 0.630 NZD/USD for 2024. New Zealand ANZ Forecast: Foreign Exchange Rate: United States Dollar: Annual data is updated yearly, averaging 0.645 NZD/USD from Dec 2018 (Median) to 2025, with 8 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.680 NZD/USD in 2021 and a record low of 0.590 NZD/USD in 2023. New Zealand ANZ Forecast: Foreign Exchange Rate: United States Dollar: Annual data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by ANZ Bank New Zealand. The data is categorized under Global Database’s New Zealand – Table NZ.M017: Foreign Exchange Rate: Forecast: ANZ Bank Ltd.

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Canada CA: Purchasing Power Parity: National Currency per USD data was reported at 1.178 USD/CAD in Dec 2026. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1.178 USD/CAD for Sep 2026. Canada CA: Purchasing Power Parity: National Currency per USD data is updated quarterly, averaging 1.193 USD/CAD from Mar 1961 (Median) to Dec 2026, with 264 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1.254 USD/CAD in Sep 2015 and a record low of 0.878 USD/CAD in Mar 1962. Canada CA: Purchasing Power Parity: National Currency per USD data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Canada – Table CA.OECD.EO: Exchange Rate: Forecast: OECD Member: Quarterly. PPP - Purchasing power parity, national currency per USD

A graphic that displays the dollar performance against other currencies reveals that economic developments had mixed results on currency exchanges. The third quarter of 2023 marked a period of disinflation in the euro area, while China's projected growth was projected to go up. The United States economy was said to have a relatively strong performance in Q3 2023, although growing capital market interest rate and the resumption of student loan repayments might dampen this growth at the end of 2023. A relatively weak Japanese yen Q3 2023 saw pressure from investors towards Japanese authorities on how they would respond to the situation surrounding the Japanese yen. The USD/JPY rate was close to ***, whereas analysts suspected it should be around ** given the country's purchase power parity. The main reason for this disparity is said to be the differences in central bank interest rates between the United States, the euro area, and Japan. Any future aggressive changes from, especially the U.S. Fed might lower those differences. Financial markets responded somewhat disappoint when Japan did not announce major plans to tackle the situation. Potential rent decreases in 2024 Central bank rates peak in 2023, although it is expected that some of these will decline in early 2024. That said, analysts expect overall policies will remain restrictive. For example, the Bank of England's interest rate remained unchanged at **** percent in Q3 2023. It is believed the United Kingdom's central bank will ease its interest rate in 2024 but less than either the U.S. Fed or the European Central Bank. This should be a positive development for the pound compared to either the euro or the dollar.

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Uruguay BCU Forecast: Exchange Rate against US$: Average: Next 12 Month data was reported at 34.860 UYU/USD in Nov 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 35.040 UYU/USD for Oct 2018. Uruguay BCU Forecast: Exchange Rate against US$: Average: Next 12 Month data is updated monthly, averaging 24.390 UYU/USD from Jun 2005 (Median) to Nov 2018, with 161 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 36.660 UYU/USD in Mar 2016 and a record low of 18.810 UYU/USD in Jun 2011. Uruguay BCU Forecast: Exchange Rate against US$: Average: Next 12 Month data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Bank of Uruguay. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Uruguay – Table UY.M006: Foreign Exchange Rate: Forecast: Central Bank of Uruguay.

Singapore MAS Forecast: Exchange Rate: Maximum data was reported at 1.900 SGD/USD in Dec 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 1.390 SGD/USD for Sep 2018. Singapore MAS Forecast: Exchange Rate: Maximum data is updated quarterly, averaging 1.500 SGD/USD from Dec 1999 (Median) to Dec 2018, with 77 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.000 SGD/USD in Mar 2001 and a record low of 1.200 SGD/USD in Mar 2013. Singapore MAS Forecast: Exchange Rate: Maximum data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Monetary Authority of Singapore. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Singapore – Table SG.M007: Foreign Exchange Rate: Forecast: Monetary Authority of Singapore: Survey of Professional Forecasters.

Uruguay BCU Forecast: Exchange Rate against US$: Average: End of Month data was reported at 32.700 UYU/USD in Nov 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 33.070 UYU/USD for Oct 2018. Uruguay BCU Forecast: Exchange Rate against US$: Average: End of Month data is updated monthly, averaging 23.645 UYU/USD from Jun 2005 (Median) to Nov 2018, with 162 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 33.200 UYU/USD in Sep 2018 and a record low of -2.350 UYU/USD in Apr 2013. Uruguay BCU Forecast: Exchange Rate against US$: Average: End of Month data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Bank of Uruguay. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Uruguay – Table UY.M006: Foreign Exchange Rate: Forecast: Central Bank of Uruguay.

The USD/VND exchange rate rose to 26,410.0000 on September 26, 2025, up 0.02% from the previous session. Over the past month, the Vietnamese Dong has weakened 0.11%, and is down by 7.40% over the last 12 months. Vietnamese Dong - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on September of 2025.

The USD/SGD exchange rate fell to 1.2910 on September 26, 2025, down 0.22% from the previous session. Over the past month, the Singapore Dollar has weakened 0.46%, and is down by 0.79% over the last 12 months. Singapore Dollar - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on September of 2025.

China Exchange Rate: National Currency per USD: Single Hit Scenario data was reported at 7.103 USD/RMB in 2021. This records an increase from the previous number of 7.071 USD/RMB for 2020. China Exchange Rate: National Currency per USD: Single Hit Scenario data is updated yearly, averaging 6.765 USD/RMB from Dec 1982 (Median) to 2021, with 40 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 8.640 USD/RMB in 1994 and a record low of 1.893 USD/RMB in 1982. China Exchange Rate: National Currency per USD: Single Hit Scenario data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The data is categorized under Global Database’s China – Table CN.OECD.EO: Exchange Rate: Forecast: Non OECD Member: Annual. EXCHUD - Exchange rate, national currency per USD

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Norway NO: Exchange Rate: USD per National Currency: Double Hit Scenario data was reported at 0.098 NOK/USD in 2021. This records a decrease from the previous number of 0.100 NOK/USD for 2020. Norway NO: Exchange Rate: USD per National Currency: Double Hit Scenario data is updated yearly, averaging 0.142 NOK/USD from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2021, with 62 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.203 NOK/USD in 1980 and a record low of 0.098 NOK/USD in 2021. Norway NO: Exchange Rate: USD per National Currency: Double Hit Scenario data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Norway – Table NO.OECD.EO: Exchange Rate: Forecast: OECD Member: Annual. EXCH - Exchange rate, USD per national currency (1/EXCHUD)

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The USD/GYD exchange rate was unchanged at 209.3000 on September 26, 2025. Over the past month, the Guyanese Dollar has weakened 0.19%, and is down by 0.05% over the last 12 months. Guyanese Dollar - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on September of 2025.

The USD/SEK exchange rate fell to 9.4020 on September 26, 2025, down 0.56% from the previous session. Over the past month, the Swedish Krona has strengthened 1.32%, and is up by 6.79% over the last 12 months. Swedish Krona - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on September of 2025.

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