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Why is gold traded in USD?

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Tho Dang Phuoc

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10mo ago
Updated: 3/17/2025

Gold is traded in USD because the U.S. dollar is the world’s primary reserve currency, making it widely trusted and accessible. This practice began after World War II when the Bretton Woods Agreement linked the dollar to gold, setting a global standard. Even after the gold standard ended, the habit stuck due to the dollar's stability and its dominant role in international trade, keeping it the go-to currency for valuing commodities like gold.

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