What is Major Pairs?
Updated October 20, 2026
Major pairs are the most traded currency pairs, all including the US dollar.
The majors are EURUSD, GBPUSD, USDJPY, USDCHF, AUDUSD, USDCAD and NZDUSD.
They have the tightest spreads and the most liquidity.
Beginners usually start here because costs are low and info is everywhere.
Example
EURUSD is the most traded pair in the world.
Questions people ask
Why stick to majors?
Lower costs and smoother price action.
Is gold a major?
No, gold is a commodity, though it's traded like a pair.
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