DEFINITION of 'Currency Exchange'
A business that allows customers to exchange one currency for another currency. A currency exchange may be a stand-alone business or may be part of the services offered by a bank or other financial institution. The currency exchange profits from its services either through adjusting the exchange rate or taking a commission.
Also referred to as a foreign exchange market and a bureau de change.
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