I just reviewed a ranking of the 20 most important currencies in the world and there are some interesting things to note. Obviously, reserve currencies like the US dollar, euro, and British pound still dominate the top spots, but what caught my attention is how Asian and Pacific currencies are gaining ground.

In the top 10, you see everything: from the Swiss franc (which remains a safe haven) to the Singapore dollar and the Canadian dollar. And then there are those emerging currencies like the Brazilian real, which, although lower on the list, still remains relevant in terms of transaction volume.

The interesting part is that these 20 most important currencies in the world account for almost all global economic activity. When you compare them to a few years ago, the ranking remains quite stable, which says something about the robustness of these monetary systems. It’s definitely worth keeping an eye on these dynamics if you work with forex or simply want to understand how money moves internationally.