Source: IMF COFERQ4 2025
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Australian Dollar
AUD Reserve Currency
2.01%Global Share
$264.1BTotal Amount
-0.09ppQoQ Change
The Australian Dollar has gained popularity as a reserve currency due to Australia's stable economy, strong institutions, and attractive yield differential. It represents roughly 2.0% of global reserves, comparable to the Canadian Dollar.
Year over Year
+4.1%
GrowingAmount change YoY
5-Year Trend
+0.24pp
GrowingShare change since 2020
Rank
#6
of 8 currenciesBy reserve share
Reserve Holders
8
reporting countriesKnown major holders
AUD Historical Trend
Share of global reserves, 2015-2025
Top AUD Reserve Holders
| # | Country | Estimated Holdings | Share of AUD Reserves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇨🇳China | 19.7% | |
| 2 | 🇯🇵Japan | 17.0% | |
| 3 | 🇰🇷South Korea | 13.3% | |
| 4 | 🇨🇭Switzerland | 12.1% | |
| 5 | 🇮🇳India | 10.6% | |
| 6 | 🇸🇬Singapore | 8.3% | |
| 7 | 🇭🇰Hong Kong | 6.8% | |
| 8 | 🇧🇷Brazil | 5.3% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do central banks hold Australian Dollars?
Central banks hold AUD for diversification, attracted by Australia's stable AAA-rated economy, deep liquid markets, and historically higher yields compared to other major currencies.