The British pound, the euro and the US dollar are known the world over as some of the highest-valued and most widely-used currencies in the world. But what would you …
Majors, Minors, and Exotics
When referring to currencies, the terms ‘majors, minors, and exotics’ are often preferred. They are divided into these groups depending on how much they’re used daily. The categories consider regular …
Continental Currency Exchange versus ICE Exchange Rate
Forex is an essential service today for just about everyone. Whether directly or indirectly: the food you eat, the clothes you wear, or the trips you take – everything relies …
FX101: 5 Most Traded Currencies
Here at Continental we supply over 160 currencies bought and sold immediately, from the well known to the obscure. Most of the time however, we’re asked to deal with the …
The Most Counterfeit-Proof Non-Polymer Currencies
More and more countries have been switching towards polymer currencies in recent decades. With polymers improved durability, cleanliness and security capabilities, it really is no wonder! But some of the …
Continental versus RBC Exchange Rate
Have you been wondering who has the best exchange rates near you, Continental Currency Exchange or RBC? While both offer good exchange rates, there’s one clear winner. Read on as …
FX101: Primary versus Secondary Markets
Securities, primary and secondary markets are all incredibly important concepts and entities in the world of investment and the global economy. But what are they and how do they function? …
What is the Strongest Currency in the World?
Ever wondered about what the strongest currencies are? In this post we give you a rundown of the world’s five highest-valued currencies today, along with some reasons for how they …
Commodity Currency Explained: Everything You Should Know
Not to be confused with commodities (like gold) used as currency, commodity currencies are currencies that fluctuate with the price of a primary commodity on which the country’s economy is …
Continental Currency Exchange vs. TD Bank Exchange Rates
Are you wondering who has the best exchange rates near you, Continental Currency Exchange or TD Canada Trust? While both offer good exchange rates, there’s one clear winner. Read on …