SBD to USD - Solomon Islands Dollar to US Dollar Converter

Convert Solomon Islands Dollar to US Dollar with real-time exchange rates

1 SBD = ~0.1229 USD (rates vary)

Quick Insight

This currency pair is highly volatile. Always check live rates before transactions.

SBD to USD moves with Pacific trade, imports, and policy shifts. Mental math is not reliable for large transfers.

Rates can shift 3-7% within a week. Rely on live rates for accuracy.

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Common SBD - USD Conversions

Forex Market Hours

Sydney

22:00 - 07:00 UTC

Closed

Tokyo

00:00 - 09:00 UTC

Closed

London

08:00 - 17:00 UTC

Closed

New York

13:00 - 22:00 UTC

Active

Most volatile: London-NY overlap (13:00-17:00 GMT). Best spreads during high liquidity hours.

Upcoming High Impact Events

US Non-Farm Payrolls

First Friday of month

High Impact

USD pairs

ECB Rate Decision

Every 6 weeks

Medium Impact

EUR pairs

Tips & Recommendations

1Avoid airport exchange bureaus - markups can reach 10-15%
2Use ATMs with local bank cards for near mid-market rates
3Pay in local currency to avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC)
4Notify your bank before travel to prevent card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

The rate is shaped by CBSI policy decisions, inflation differentials, import demand, external debt and aid flows, and global risk sentiment. Market expectations about future policy can move rates even before data releases.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

The Solomon Islands dollar interacts with USD in a Pacific context. Trade includes imports priced in USD and local exports priced in SBD, with USD movements affecting import costs, government spending, and remittance flows.

Key Rate Factors

•Central bank policy and liquidity in the Solomon Islands
•Inflation differentials between Solomon Islands and USD regions
•US economic signals and global trade flows
•Pacific regional tourism and commodity sectors
•Market risk sentiment and capital flows

Central Banks

Central Bank of Solomon Islands

Honiara, Solomon Islands

Oversees price stability and financial system health, manages monetary policy and currency issuance to support economic stability.

Federal Reserve System

Washington, D.C., United States

The US central bank. Sets interest rates, manages inflation, and acts as lender of last resort for American banks.

Exchange rates fluctuate continuously. This converter provides indicative rates for informational purposes. For large transactions, consult with a licensed financial professional.

Rates sourced from European Central Bank reference rates. ECB Reference Rates