The US dollar dominates the foreign exchange market due to its status as the global reserve currency.
It is heavily used in international trade, financial transactions, and as a benchmark currency.
Market Share
The US dollar is involved in approximately 88% of all forex trades.
Other currencies like the euro, Japanese yen, and British pound have significant market shares but are far behind the US dollar.
ICWIM Study Guide, Chapter on Global Financial Markets: Highlights the US dollar as the most traded currency.
Bank for International Settlements (BIS) Forex Market Surveys: Confirms trading dominance of the US dollar.
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