The first currency in a currency pair, which is quoted in terms of the second currency (quote currency). For example, in USD/JPY, the US dollar is the base currency and is valued against the quote currency (Japanese yen).
The first currency in a currency pair, which is quoted in terms of the second currency (quote currency). For example, in USD/JPY, the US dollar is the base currency and is valued against the quote currency (Japanese yen).