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5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by ismalmuhd: 5:45pm On Sep 01, 2023
Most Nigerians often measure the health of the country’s economy from the exchange rate of the naira to the dollar. The world of international finance is a complex and ever-changing landscape, where currencies fluctuate in value due to various economic factors. In this article, we will take a closer look at some countries with weaker currencies than the Nigerian Naira. While Nigeria has faced its share of currency challenges, it’s important to understand that there are countries with even weaker currencies. These nations often grapple with economic instability, inflation, and other monetary issues that affect their citizens’ daily lives.

Vietnamese Dong (24,085VND/$)
While the Nigerian Naira is currently trading at around 760/$ and maximum 900/$ on the black market, the Vietnamese Dong is trading at a staggering exchange rate of 24,085VND/$. Factors such as high inflation and limited international convertibility have contributed to its lower value. However, Vietnam’s strong economic growth in recent years has somewhat mitigated the effects of its weaker currency. But still, we have it better in Nigeria.


Indonesian Rupiah (15,270 IDR/$)
The Indonesian Rupiah is another currency weaker than the Nigerian Naira. Indonesia, despite being a populous and resource-rich nation, faces currency depreciation due to inflation and economic challenges. However, it’s important to note that Indonesia’s economy has been growing steadily, and its currency has shown some resilience.

Iranian Rial (42,275 IRR/$)
The Iranian Rial has been among the weakest currencies in the world for several years. Economic sanctions, political turmoil, and inflation have severely devalued the Rial. As a result, Iranians face challenges in purchasing even basic necessities, and the country has a thriving black market for foreign currencies.

See also How to Lodge a Complaint About a Loan App in Nigeria

Colombian Peso (4,076 COP/$)
Colombia, despite being one of the more stable countries in Latin America has a relatively weak currency. The Colombian Peso (COP), is influenced by a complex interplay of economic, political, and global factors. Several key factors contribute to the weakness of the Colombian Peso.

South Korean Won (1,321 KRW/$)
Perhaps the only outlier on this list. The South Korean currency, the South Korean Won (KRW), is generally considered to be relatively stable and not particularly weak. However, paying for stuff in this country will still take you a handful of currency. The most important lesson from the Korean Won should be that the exchange rate of a currency should not matter as much as its stability.

Conclusion

Understanding the relative strength of currencies across the globe is crucial for international trade, investment, and travel. While the Nigerian Naira has faced its share of challenges, there are countries with even weaker currencies that grapple with economic instability, inflation, and other monetary issues. It’s essential to acknowledge the hardships faced by the citizens of these nations and the broader implications for their economies. Additionally, these examples underscore the importance of sound economic policies, political stability, and responsible governance in maintaining a stable and strong currency.

https://loancrib.com/5-surprising-countries-with-weaker-currencies-than-the-nigerian-naira/

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Nobody: 5:46pm On Sep 01, 2023
How is this going to help the common man
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Kestolove(m): 5:47pm On Sep 01, 2023
Nigeria get hope
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Jackson619007: 5:51pm On Sep 01, 2023
Nigeria is still worst in other aspects, that's why their case is deferent.


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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Chochovini: 6:05pm On Sep 01, 2023
I will still choose any of these counties to relocate to if given the opportunity anyday over the current Nigeria under that Orangutang who pided himself about as a first class Acc. graduate of Chicago Uni. when his useless polices does not replicate the country economic situation.

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Chochovini: 6:07pm On Sep 01, 2023
I will still choose any of these counties to relocate to if given the opportunity anyday over the current Nigeria under that Orangutang who prided himself about as a first class Acc. graduate of Chicago Uni. when his useless polices does not replicate the country economic situation.

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Chochovini: 6:08pm On Sep 01, 2023
I will still choose any of these counties to relocate to if given the opportunity anyday over the current Nigeria under that Orangutang who prided himself about as a first class Acc. graduate of Chicago Uni. when his useless polices does not replicate or reflect on the country economic situation.
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Chochovini: 6:10pm On Sep 01, 2023
I will still choose any of these counties to relocate to if given the opportunity anyday over the current Nigeria under that Orangutang who prided himself about as a first class Acc. graduate of Chicago Uni. when his useless polices does not replicate or reflect on the country‘s economic situation.
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Biodun556(m): 6:10pm On Sep 01, 2023
Weak or strong currency doesn't determine whether the economy is good or bad

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by CodeTemplar: 6:15pm On Sep 01, 2023
Strength of currencies are relative to self as well as to other currencies.

You must heard saying like $100m was only $100m - $Xm 50 years ago or as of 1973.

It means the dollar itself is changing value against its older self.

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by SyrusdeHansome(m): 6:30pm On Sep 01, 2023
Now let's compare the standard of living of each of those country nd their per capita income with Nigeria.

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Racoon(m): 6:39pm On Sep 01, 2023
Always comparing ourselves with absolute mediocre.

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by jedisco(m): 6:49pm On Sep 01, 2023
@op,

Its important to know basic economics before you start posting articles.
The exchange rate of two given fiat currencies mean nothing whats important is stability.

Take the two charts below:

USD vs WON
USD vs NGN

The usd is excanging for roughly same price today against the WON as it did in 2009. For the Naira, the USD is exchanging at over 5x more.
7000 WON would beed to exchange for 1 usd for it to have a comparable performance with the Naira.

Investors want stability. You want the relative value of your currency to be stable with time

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Uyomiya: 6:52pm On Sep 01, 2023
Children of the coward 11 face father always comparing failure.

So in your list apart from Columbia Nigeria is doing better than these countries ?

If fact Columbia included

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by mrvitalis(m): 6:59pm On Sep 01, 2023
ismalmuhd:
Most Nigerians often measure the health of the country’s economy from the exchange rate of the naira to the dollar. The world of international finance is a complex and ever-changing landscape, where currencies fluctuate in value due to various economic factors. In this article, we will take a closer look at some countries with weaker currencies than the Nigerian Naira. While Nigeria has faced its share of currency challenges, it’s important to understand that there are countries with even weaker currencies. These nations often grapple with economic instability, inflation, and other monetary issues that affect their citizens’ daily lives.

Vietnamese Dong (24,085VND/$)
While the Nigerian Naira is currently trading at around 760/$ and maximum 900/$ on the black market, the Vietnamese Dong is trading at a staggering exchange rate of 24,085VND/$. Factors such as high inflation and limited international convertibility have contributed to its lower value. However, Vietnam’s strong economic growth in recent years has somewhat mitigated the effects of its weaker currency. But still, we have it better in Nigeria.


Indonesian Rupiah (15,270 IDR/$)
The Indonesian Rupiah is another currency weaker than the Nigerian Naira. Indonesia, despite being a populous and resource-rich nation, faces currency depreciation due to inflation and economic challenges. However, it’s important to note that Indonesia’s economy has been growing steadily, and its currency has shown some resilience.

Iranian Rial (42,275 IRR/$)
The Iranian Rial has been among the weakest currencies in the world for several years. Economic sanctions, political turmoil, and inflation have severely devalued the Rial. As a result, Iranians face challenges in purchasing even basic necessities, and the country has a thriving black market for foreign currencies.

See also How to Lodge a Complaint About a Loan App in Nigeria

Colombian Peso (4,076 COP/$)
Colombia, despite being one of the more stable countries in Latin America has a relatively weak currency. The Colombian Peso (COP), is influenced by a complex interplay of economic, political, and global factors. Several key factors contribute to the weakness of the Colombian Peso.

South Korean Won (1,321 KRW/$)
Perhaps the only outlier on this list. The South Korean currency, the South Korean Won (KRW), is generally considered to be relatively stable and not particularly weak. However, paying for stuff in this country will still take you a handful of currency. The most important lesson from the Korean Won should be that the exchange rate of a currency should not matter as much as its stability.

Conclusion

Understanding the relative strength of currencies across the globe is crucial for international trade, investment, and travel. While the Nigerian Naira has faced its share of challenges, there are countries with even weaker currencies that grapple with economic instability, inflation, and other monetary issues. It’s essential to acknowledge the hardships faced by the citizens of these nations and the broader implications for their economies. Additionally, these examples underscore the importance of sound economic policies, political stability, and responsible governance in maintaining a stable and strong currency.

https://loancrib.com/5-surprising-countries-with-weaker-currencies-than-the-nigerian-naira/
Like obi said exchange rate is not the problem people would adjust the issue is stability

If naira wants to exchange 5000 to a dollar fine but let it remain fairly constant source that people can save in naira... That's the koko

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Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by KillahPriest: 7:11pm On Sep 01, 2023
What is your manufacturing and trade (export) sector compared to these countries ?
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Procashtips(m): 7:17pm On Sep 01, 2023
South Korea and Indonesia surprised me but I know too well that the strength of a country's economy is not mainly measured by her currency.
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by tsdarkside(m): 7:32pm On Sep 01, 2023
stop makin deals that dont accept the naira for trade....

their are many others that would accept the naira....
just ask....

dump the dollar and you wouldnt even care no more....

russia accepted indian rupees for trade....
this is the kind of deals nigeria needs....
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by AntiTerrorist: 7:35pm On Sep 01, 2023
Biodun556:
Weak or strong doesn't determine whether the economy is good or bad
That's why UK, US and UAE are doing better than NIGERIA abi? You are right grin
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by tsdarkside(m): 7:36pm On Sep 01, 2023
i double dare any igbo to piss me off....
fvck dollars....
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by gaby(m): 7:48pm On Sep 01, 2023
A very very silly article likely sponsored by the inept and corrupt idiots at the CBN and FG.

They forgot to compare the minimum wages of these countries in relation to the purchasing powers of their local currencies such as, salaries, cost of living, disposable incomes, and savings.
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by endy69: 8:32pm On Sep 01, 2023
Tinubu’s propagandists. Once the man fails, them go go dey find way to make am look better
Re: 5 Surprising Countries With Weaker Currencies Than The Nigerian Naira by Parachoko: 8:54pm On Sep 01, 2023
South Korean Won is more stable than the Naira

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