The USD/CAD exchange rate rose to 1.3745 on September 1, 2025, up 0.08% from the previous session. Over the past month, the Canadian Dollar has strengthened 0.17%, but it's down by 1.83% over the last 12 months. Canadian Dollar - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on September of 2025.

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

Graph and download economic data for Canadian Dollars to U.S. Dollar Spot Exchange Rate (DEXCAUS) from 1971-01-04 to 2025-08-22 about Canada, exchange rate, currency, rate, and USA.

Prices for USDCAD US Dollar Canadian Dollar including live quotes, historical charts and news. USDCAD US Dollar Canadian Dollar was last updated by Trading Economics this September 1 of 2025.

Canada CA: Exchange Rate: National Currency per USD: Single Hit Scenario data was reported at 1.409 USD/CAD in Dec 2021. This stayed constant from the previous number of 1.409 USD/CAD for Sep 2021. Canada CA: Exchange Rate: National Currency per USD: Single Hit Scenario data is updated quarterly, averaging 1.176 USD/CAD from Mar 1960 (Median) to Dec 2021, with 248 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1.594 USD/CAD in Mar 2002 and a record low of 0.952 USD/CAD in Mar 1960. Canada CA: 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 Canada – Table CA.OECD.EO: Exchange Rate: Forecast: OECD Member: Quarterly. EXCHUD - Exchange rate, national currency per USD

Prices for CADPHP Canadian Dollar Philippine Peso including live quotes, historical charts and news. CADPHP Canadian Dollar Philippine Peso was last updated by Trading Economics this September 1 of 2025.

Key information about Canada Exchange Rate against USD

• Canada Exchange Rate against USD averaged 1.352 (USD/CAD) in May 2023, compared with 1.348 USD/CAD in the previous month.
• Canada Exchange Rate against USD data is updated monthly, available from Jan 1957 to May 2023.
• The data reached an all-time high of 1.600 in Jan 2002 and a record low of 0.948 in Oct 1959.

• In the latest reports, Canada Short Term Interest Rate: Month End: Treasury Bills Yield: 3 Months was reported at 4.590 % pa in May 2023.
• Its Long Term Interest Rate (Government Benchmark Bonds Yield: Month End: 10 Years) was reported at 3.180 % pa in May 2023.
• The cash rate (Policy Rate: Month End: Overnight Target Rate) was set at 4.500 % pa in May 2023.

Prices for CADEUR Canadian Dollar Euro including live quotes, historical charts and news. CADEUR Canadian Dollar Euro was last updated by Trading Economics this September 2 of 2025.

Ukraine Forex: NBU: End of Month: Canadian Dollar data was reported at 2,143.672 UAH/100 CAD in Oct 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2,165.138 UAH/100 CAD for Sep 2018. Ukraine Forex: NBU: End of Month: Canadian Dollar data is updated monthly, averaging 465.154 UAH/100 CAD from Jan 1996 (Median) to Oct 2018, with 274 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,273.244 UAH/100 CAD in Jan 2018 and a record low of 128.100 UAH/100 CAD in Jul 1996. Ukraine Forex: NBU: End of Month: Canadian Dollar data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Bank of Ukraine. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ukraine – Table UA.M009: Foreign Exchange Rate.

Prices for CADJPY Canadian Dollar Japanese Yen including live quotes, historical charts and news. CADJPY Canadian Dollar Japanese Yen was last updated by Trading Economics this September 1 of 2025.

This table contains 45 series, with data for years 1950 - 2015 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years), and was last released on 2016-01-05. This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (1 items: Canada ...), Type of currency (45 items: United States dollar; noon spot rate; average; Danish krone; noon spot rate; average; French franc; noon spot rate; average; Belgian franc; noon spot rate; average ...).

Prices for CADALL Canadian Dollar Albanian Lek including live quotes, historical charts and news. CADALL Canadian Dollar Albanian Lek was last updated by Trading Economics this September 2 of 2025.

The benchmark interest rate in Canada was last recorded at 2.75 percent. This dataset provides - Canada Interest Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Money Supply M0 in Canada decreased to 214637 CAD Million in June from 220343 CAD Million in May of 2025. This dataset provides - Canada Money Supply M0 - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

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Foreign Exchange Market Size 2025-2029

The foreign exchange market size is forecast to increase by USD 582 billion, at a CAGR of 10.6% between 2024 and 2029.

Major Market Trends & Insights

Europe dominated the market and accounted for a 47% growth during the forecast period.
By the Type - Reporting dealers segment was valued at USD 278.60 billion in 2023
By the 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 : 10.6%
Europe: Largest market in 2023

Market Summary

The Foreign Exchange (Forex) market, a global financial platform for exchanging one currency for another, is a dynamic and continuously evolving ecosystem. According to the Bank for International Settlements, daily trading volumes reached approximately USD6 trillion in April 2020, representing a significant portion of the world's financial transactions. This market's importance is underscored by its role in facilitating international trade, investment, and tourism. The Forex market's decentralized nature allows for 24/7 trading opportunities, making it an attractive proposition for businesses and investors seeking to manage currency risk or capitalize on price fluctuations. Despite the market's complexity, advanced technologies, such as machine learning and artificial intelligence, are increasingly being adopted to enhance trading strategies and improve risk management.
One significant trend is the increasing use of money transfer agencies, venture capital investments, and mutual funds in foreign exchange transactions. These tools enable real-time analysis of market trends and help forecast exchange rates, providing valuable insights for businesses operating in multiple currencies. The Forex market's influence extends beyond traditional financial sectors, with applications in various industries, including tourism, import/export, and international business. As businesses expand their global footprint and economies continue to interconnect, the role and significance of the Forex market are set to grow further.

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

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The market, a vital component of the global financial system, operates without fail, facilitating the conversion of one currency into another. According to recent data, approximately 6% of daily global trading volume is attributed to this market. Looking ahead, growth is projected to reach over 5% annually. Consider the following comparison: the average daily trading volume in the forex market exceeds that of the New York Stock Exchange by a significant margin. In 2020, the former recorded around USD 6 trillion, while the latter saw approximately USD 136 billion. This disparity underscores the market's immense scale and influence.
Moreover, the forex market's liquidity depth enables efficient price discovery, minimizing transaction security concerns and market impact costs. Automated trading bots and order book depth analysis are essential tools for market participants, allowing for effective backtesting strategies and fraud detection systems. Leverage ratios, transaction fees, and margin requirements are essential factors influencing market accessibility and profitability. High-frequency trading and the presence of liquidity providers contribute to market efficiency and statistical arbitrage opportunities. Regulatory compliance and brokerage services further ensure a secure trading environment. Despite payment processing fees and order flow imbalance, risk tolerance levels remain a crucial consideration for participants.

How is this Foreign Exchange Industry 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 is a dynamic and intricate financial ecosystem where businesses and investors transact in various currencies to manage internationa

A tabular presentation of private sector exchange rate forecasts, includes 2013 and 2014 average annual exchange rate by financial institution, for conversion of United States cents to Canadian dollars, as of May 23,2013

Canada CA: Exchange Rate: National Currency per USD data was reported at 1.403 USD/CAD in Dec 2026. This stayed constant from the previous number of 1.403 USD/CAD for Sep 2026. Canada CA: Exchange Rate: National Currency per USD data is updated quarterly, averaging 1.194 USD/CAD from Mar 1960 (Median) to Dec 2026, with 268 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1.594 USD/CAD in Mar 2002 and a record low of 0.952 USD/CAD in Mar 1960. Canada CA: Exchange Rate: 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. EXCHUD - Exchange rate, national currency per USD

A tabular presentation of private sector exchange rate forecasts, includes 2013 and 2014 average annual exchange rate by financial institution, for conversion of United States cents to Canadian dollars, as of May 23,2013

The statistic depicts the spending on information technology (IT) in Canada from 2015 to 2020. In Canada, IT spending was forecast to reach **** billion Canadian dollars in 2018.