Macanese Pataca
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Currency of world's largest gambling economy (casino revenues 50%+ of GDP); gaming industry generates massive USD cash flows; Portuguese colonial heritage; China's only legal gambling hub; significant wealth transfer from mainland China through casino VIP rooms
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Currency Snapshot
Technical specifications, central bank governance, and market standing for Macanese Pataca.
MOP
Standardized ISO 4217 Currency Code
P
Unicode Glyphs & Display Symbol
1/100 = Avo Decimals
Subdivision unit definition
Macau
Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM)
Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM)
Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) effectively, USD indirectly
Market-determined exchange rate mechanism
Currency Standard: Fiat (HKD-pegged)
Classified as Fiat (HKD-pegged) in global trade networks
Banknotes
P 10
Coins
10a
Global Network Integration
The FX Intelligence terminal maps the institutional footprint of the Macanese Pataca, highlighting cross-border utilization and primary trading corridors.
Verified Authority
Regulated data streams mapped to Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM).
MOP Market Insights
Deep-dive analysis of the Macanese Pataca's global impact, remittance role, and institutional influence.
Strong Currency Impact
N/A (HKD-linked); cheaper imports; casino revenues managed via FX reserves
Weak Currency Impact
N/A (HKD-linked); higher casino revenues; import costs linked to HKD/USD
Remittance Role
Macau sends remittances to Philippines (domestic workers) and other ASEAN nations from gaming industry workforce
Central Bank Tools
FX Reserves, Currency Board mechanism, Banking supervision
Common Questions About Macanese Pataca
Everything you need to know about MOP exchange rates, banknotes, and historical significance.