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 …
Canada’s New $10 Bill
On March 8 of 2018, we Canadians got our first view of the new ten dollar bill that will be gracing our wallets in the years to come. There are …
What currencies are no longer used?
Throughout history there have been many forms of currency used and accepted around the world. While some currencies, like the British pound, hold a long and illustrious history, a great …
Currency Spotlight: Mexican Peso
This week we’re shining a light on the currency used in Mexico – the peso. As the third most traded currency in the Americas, understanding the peso is important, especially …
Currency Spotlight: Swiss Franc
As one of the ‘majors’, the Swiss franc wields tremendous influence over the foreign exchange market every day. So whether you need to buy Swiss francs or just want to …
FX101: Forex Explained
View PostAvoid Counterfeit Money Scams
Counterfeit money scams are some of the most common and costly to Western tourists overseas. Thankfully the first step to protecting yourself is to simply be aware of the most …
Currency Spotlight: Chinese Renminbi
The renminbi – it’s the official currency of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), and one of the most important in the world today. You may have heard of the …
Get Down to Business with FX101
At theCurrent we’re committed to helping you understand the wide world of foreign exchange and currency. That’s why we’ve brought you FX101 – where we break down different parts of the …
Currency Spotlight: Canadian Dollar
For most of us, the Canadian dollar is just another part of life. Whether a loonie, toonie, new bill, or old – the dollar has been the currency used in …