updated 15 Feb 2010
The BIS calculates effective exchange rate (EER) indices for a total of 58 economies (including individual euro area countries and, separately, the euro area as an entity). Nominal EERs are calculated as geometric weighted averages of bilateral exchange rates. Real EERs are the same weighted averages of bilateral exchange rates adjusted by relative consumer prices.
Two basket compositions are available:
These files are produced using stats.bis.org, the new interactive application for accessing BIS statistical data. If you still require the old Excel format, use the following files:
Create, bookmark and download customised queries, using stats.bis.org. An overview of the application is available, in addition to detailed online help within the application itself.
The weighting pattern is time-varying, and the most recent weights are based on trade in 2005–07 (see broad and narrow weights). The EER indices are available as monthly averages.
For an explanation of the methodology behind the BIS EER indices, see:
The monthly effective exchange rate data will be released mid-month on a monthly basis.