Major pairs
Updated 2026-09-20
Definition
The most traded currency pairs, all against the US dollar: EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, USD/CHF, AUD/USD, USD/CAD, NZD/USD.
Why it matters
They have low spreads, lots of liquidity and more historical data: they are the best suited to beginners. Pairs without the dollar are called crosses, those with emerging currencies exotics.
Practical example
EUR/USD is the most traded pair in the world and usually has the lowest spread.
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