Which of the Most Traded Currency Pairs Do You Prefer and Why?

[Mdraghib]

I’ve been diving deeper into forex lately, and it got me thinking we all know the most traded currency pairs like EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and USD/JPY dominate the market, but everyone seems to have their own favorite.

Some traders love the stability and tight spreads of major pairs, while others chase volatility with minors or exotics for bigger moves.

So, I’m curious which currency pair do you trade the most and why?
Is it because of liquidity, volatility, or just comfort with how it moves?

Let’s share some insights might help a few beginners (and even experienced traders) see things from a new angle.

 

[mecbelly11]

Both the pairs are always trending and very rarely range for a very long time.

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[jonathangray]

I like all major pairs, but sometimes minors tend to outperform them and I end up trading those instead. When the market is choppy, though, pairs like EUR/USD are usually a safer bet.

 

[Cheeky]

Right now I’m focused on EUR/USD, USD/JPY, and GBP/USD. USD pairs are the easiest for me to follow, and sticking with the majors saves time and keeps things simple. Liquidity is good, and trading costs stay more manageable as well.

 

[Orthotonic]

I was focused on EUR/USD only when I was new, but now I’m comfortable trading most majors and minors. I don’t really go after exotic pairs since they don’t fit my strategy or risk profile. I think each trader has to find the pairs that complement their approach and stick with those.

 

[michaellopez]

I think most of us are advised to trade pairs like EUR/USD, USD/JPY, and GBP/USD when we’re new and still learning. By focusing on these pairs, we get familiar with how they move and often end up sticking with them as we gain experience. The only exception is when a trader is genuinely interested in exploring other pairs beyond the major ones. Outside the majors, liquidity is usually lower, volatility can be higher, and spreads tend to be wider, which makes them harder to trade. That’s why many traders prefer major pairs across different market conditions.

 

[danielhoward]

EUR/USD, Because the liquidity and clean price action suit my style.

 

[YellowWitty]

I mostly stick with the major pairs like EUR/USD, USD/JPY, and GBP/USD because they feel easier to follow and there is usually enough movement without feeling chaotic. When I was newer, picking one main pair helped a lot. You start to notice its habits, and you stop second guessing everything. Comfort matters more than trying to trade everything at once.