Source: IMF COFERQ3 2025
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Australian Dollar
AUD Reserve Currency
2.10%Global Share
$272.8BTotal Amount
+0.03ppQoQ 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 2.1% of global reserves.
Global Share
2.10%
▲ 0.03ppQuarter over Quarter
Amount (USD)
$272.8B
▲ 3.9%Year over Year
5-Year Trend
+0.24pp
GrowingShare change since 2020
Rank
#6
of 9 currenciesBy reserve share
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AUD Historical Trend
Share of global reserves, 2015-2025
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Top AUD Reserve Holders
| # | Country | Estimated Holdings | Share of AUD Reserves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇨🇳China | 19.1% | |
| 2 | 🇯🇵Japan | 16.5% | |
| 3 | 🇰🇷South Korea | 12.8% | |
| 4 | 🇨🇭Switzerland | 11.7% | |
| 5 | 🇮🇳India | 10.3% | |
| 6 | 🇸🇬Singapore | 8.1% | |
| 7 | 🇭🇰Hong Kong | 6.6% | |
| 8 | 🇧🇷Brazil | 5.1% |
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.