Exchange rates today 14/8/2026: Mixed USD moves and domestic FX show broad stability

Global foreign exchange conditions today reflect a cautiously balanced mood, with the US dollar hovering near recent ranges as traders await new catalysts. The US Dollar Index stands at 99.93, signaling a neutral stance rather than a decisive breakout. In parallel, market attention remains on a broad slate of currencies versus the Vietnamese dong, underscoring a risk backdrop that is neither uniformly risk-on nor risk-off. The cross-asset narrative also notes ongoing observations in precious metals and equities, as traders assess inflation signals and policy expectations for the near term.

Domestic currency quotes show a broad spectrum of activity across major pairs. The US dollar is quoted at Buy 26,080 VND and Sell 26,460 VND, with the previous day and 7 days ago both reported at 26,460 VND and no 30 day data available. The euro is quoted Buy 29,750.2 VND and Sell 31,005.51 VND, with the previous day and 7 days ago at 31,005.51 VND. The British pound is Buy 34,709.43 VND and Sell 35,821.07 VND, with the same 1 day and 7 day figures at 35,821.07 VND. The Swiss franc prints Buy 31,932.42 VND and Sell 32,955.12 VND, again with a 1 day and 7 day level at 32,955.12 VND. The Japanese yen shows Buy 162.64 VND and Sell 172.13 VND, with the prior day and weekly levels at 172.13 VND.

The commodity-linked and regional currencies present notable spreads relative to the USD. The Australian dollar is Buy 18,099.38 VND and Sell 18,679.05 VND, with a previous day of 18,679.05 VND and 7 days at 18,679.05 VND. The Canadian dollar sits Buy 18,418.97 VND and Sell 19,008.87 VND, with a prior level of 19,008.87 VND for 1 day and 7 days. The Danish krone posts Buy 3,969.68 VND and Sell 4,121.48 VND, previous day and 7 days at 4,121.48 VND. The Norwegian krone is Buy 2,698.1 VND and Sell 2,812.51 VND, with the 1 day and 7 day figures at 2,812.51 VND. The Malaysian ringgit trades Buy 6,351.44 VND and Sell 6,489.63 VND, with 1 day and 7 day levels at 6,489.63 VND. The Saudi riyal shows Buy 6,955.34 VND and Sell 7,254.69 VND, with 1 day and 7 day at 7,254.69 VND. Other notable quotes include the Kuwaiti dinar Buy 84,913.53 VND / Sell 89,029.31 VND, the Russian ruble Buy 310.96 VND / Sell 344.22 VND, the Indonesian rupiah is not listed, and the Thai baht is Buy 770.75 VND / Sell 803.43 VND. The Singapore dollar and Hong Kong dollar also appear with Buy 20,148.65 VND / Sell 20,835.59 VND and Buy 3,288.22 VND / Sell 3,413.96 VND respectively, while the Indian rupee stands Buy 273.99 VND / Sell 285.78 VND. Overall, spreads remain wide across many majors, reflecting varied liquidity conditions and local risk sentiment at this juncture.

Among the broader currency groups, the euro and pound present the widest gaps against the dong, illustrating mixed regional dynamics and ongoing currency-specific drivers. The yen and yuan continue to be sensitive to global risk signals, while emerging market currencies show a mix of resilience and vulnerability depending on domestic factors. The data highlights a market where USD positioning is modest, but the cross-rates display meaningful dispersion across currencies, underscoring ongoing liquidity considerations and the importance of risk management for traders and importers alike.

Market news and developments from the last 24 hours signal continued attention on the USD's domestic and international role. Reports note that the free-market USD price today rose to about 25,990 VND per USD, reflecting domestic price dynamics amid shifting sentiment. In precious metals, silver prices moved lower, while gold extended gains for a seventh consecutive session and drew market expectations for a potential breakthrough toward higher territory, with speculative focus on a possible path toward 4,600 USD per ounce. The financial markets also showed mixed equity behavior, with equities broadly adjusting after recent moves, and overall sentiment remaining attentive to policy signals from major central banks. These headlines reinforce a backdrop where currency moves are closely tied to commodity trajectories and macro expectations, reinforcing the need for careful risk assessment in FX positioning.