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Germany Exchange Rate

Official exchange rate (LCU per US$, period average)  PA.NUS.FCRF

Germany's exchange rate was 0.96 in 2025, ranked 173rd globally. This represents a 3.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.

0.96 +0.03 (+3.6%)
Year 2025 Rank #173 Global Peak 4.20 (1960) Source World Bank

Germany Exchange Rate (1960–2025)

Overview

Germany's exchange rate stood at 0.96 in 2025, a rise of +0.03 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.96 by 2025. Germany ranked 173rd globally.

Germany's exchange rate has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 66 years, reaching an all-time high of 4.20 in 1960 and a low of 0.68 in 2008. The country's currency has strengthened steadily since the trough, with the latest value standing at 0.96, mirroring the exchange rates of peer countries such as Cyprus and Spain. This strengthening trend suggests a stable economic environment, with the country's strong trade relationships and robust manufacturing sector contributing to its competitiveness. However, the exchange rate remains vulnerable to external shocks, particularly fluctuations in global trade policies and interest rates. A potential shift in the European Central Bank's monetary policy or a significant change in global trade dynamics could alter the trajectory of Germany's exchange rate, potentially leading to a weakening of the currency if interest rates rise or trade tensions escalate.

Data & projection

Year Exchange Rate YoY change Rank
2027* trend 0.99 - -
2026* trend 0.97 - -
2025* trend 0.96 - -
2025 0.96 +0.03 #173
2024 0.92 −0.00 #15
2023 0.92 −0.02 #19
2022 0.95 +0.10 #13
2021 0.85 −0.03 #17
2020 0.88 −0.02 #13
2019 0.89 +0.05 #16
2018 0.85 −0.04 #16
2017 0.89 −0.02 #13
2016 0.90 +0.00 #13
2015 0.90 +0.15 #13
2014 0.75 −0.00 #15
2013 0.75 −0.03 #13
2012 0.78 +0.06 #13
2011 0.72 −0.04 #14
Show all years (1960-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +10.2% GDP growth 3.9% C/A balance 6.9%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Germany matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw exchange rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Germany's exchange rate?▾

Germany's exchange rate was 0.96 in 2025. Ranked 173rd globally. This represents a 3.6% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest exchange rate in Germany?▾

Germany's exchange rate peaked at 4.20 in 1960.

What was the lowest exchange rate in Germany?▾

The lowest exchange rate in Germany was 0.68 in 2008.

How does Germany rank in exchange rate?▾

Germany ranks 173rd globally in exchange rate as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for exchange rate?▾

The World Bank indicator code is PA.NUS.FCRF. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected exchange rate of Germany in 2025?▾

Germany's exchange rate is projected to reach 0.96 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the exchange rate of Germany in 2025?▾

The exchange rate of Germany in 2025 was 0.96. This ranks 173rd in the world.

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Germany Exchange Rate. HistorySaid. Retrieved November 15, 2026, from https://historysaid.com/germany/exchange-rate/
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@misc{historysaid_germany_exchange-rate, title = {Germany Exchange Rate}, url = {https://historysaid.com/germany/exchange-rate/}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }
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