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NGN to USD Comparison Table
| Feature | NGN (Nigerian Naira) | USD (US Dollar) |
|---|---|---|
| Currency Code | NGN | USD |
| Symbol | ₦ | $ |
| Issuing Authority | Central Bank of Nigeria | Federal Reserve System |
| Economic Strength | Developing, resource-based economy | Developed, diversified economy |
| Exchange Rate Volatility | High | Relatively stable (global reserve currency) |
| Popular Use Cases | Domestic transactions, remittances | Global transactions, investment |
| Digital Payment Adoption | Growing adoption, mobile money prominent | High adoption, advanced infrastructure |
| Inflation Rate | Historically high | Generally low |
| Interest Rates | High | Lower than Nigeria |
| Foreign Exchange Reserves | Moderate | Substantial |
| Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) | Increasing, resource-focused | Significant, various sectors |
Related Currency Pairings
| African Currencies | Asian Currencies |
| NGN to ZAR NGN to SDG NGN to SZL NGN to TND | NGN to INR NGN to IQD NGN to IRR NGN to ISK |
| European Currencies | Oceania Currencies |
| NGN to RON NGN to RSD NGN to SEK NGN to TRY | NGN to AUD NGN to FJD NGN to NZD NGN to PGK |
7 Facts About the United States Dollar
The United States Dollar (USD) is the world’s primary reserve currency.
- Global Dominance: The US Dollar reigns supreme as the world’s primary currency for international trade and finance.
www.imf.org - Fiat Currency: Unlike many historical currencies backed by gold or silver, the US Dollar derives its value from the government’s trust and economic strength.
- Federal Reserve: The Federal Reserve, the central bank of the United States, is responsible for monetary policy, which influences the value and supply of the US Dollar. Federal Reserve System | USAGov
- Symbol of Economic Power: The US Dollar often symbolizes American economic and political dominance.
- Subdivisions: The US Dollar is divided into 100 cents.
- Counterfeiting Measures: The US government employs advanced security features to combat counterfeiting.
- Dollarization: Many countries adopt the US Dollar as their official currency (dollarization) or use it as a parallel currency due to its stability and acceptance.
Top Banks in Nigeria and The USA for Your Currency Conversion
| Country | Bank Name | City |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | Citibank Nigeria Ltd | Lagos |
| Nigeria | Fidelity Bank Plc | Lagos |
| Nigeria | Zenith Bank Plc | Lagos |
| United States | JPMorgan Chase & Co. | New York City |
| United States | Bank of America | Charlotte |
| United States | Wells Fargo & Company | San Francisco |
