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CNY to USD - Chinese Yuan to US Dollar Converter

Convert Chinese Yuan to US Dollar with daily ECB exchange rates

1 CNY = ~0.1447 USD (rates vary)

Rates verified daily from ECB official reference rates•Source: European Central Bank (16:00 CET daily)•For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

Quick Insight

CNY to USD moves are usually gradual; expect small daily changes.

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Common CNY - USD Conversions

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Forex Market Hours

Sydney
22:00 - 07:00 UTC
Active
Tokyo
00:00 - 09:00 UTC
Active
London
08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Closed
New York
13:00 - 22:00 UTC
Closed

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

These are typical recurring economic events. Actual dates, times, and market impacts may vary. This information is for general awareness only and should not be used as the sole basis for financial decisions. Always verify current schedules from official central bank sources.

Tips & Recommendations

  • 1Airport exchange bureaus often have higher markups (10-15%) compared to other options
  • 2ATMs with local bank cards typically offer rates closer to mid-market rates
  • 3Paying in local currency helps avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC) fees
  • 4Notifying your bank before travel can help prevent unexpected card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

Policy decisions by the PBOC and the Federal Reserve, inflation differentials, trade flows, capital controls, and global risk sentiment all push the rate. Sentiment shifts can cause rapid, short-term movements.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

The US and China maintain large-scale cross-border trade; the CNY/USD rate influences pricing for manufactured goods and capital flows across the Pacific.

Key Rate Factors

  • •Federal Reserve policy and dollar strength
  • •People's Bank of China policy and yuan management
  • •US-China trade balance and tariffs
  • •China's growth data and capital controls
  • •Global risk sentiment and safe-haven demand for USD

Central Banks

People's Bank of China
Beijing, China
Sets monetary policy and manages liquidity to guide price stability and economic growth.
Federal Reserve System
Washington, D.C., USA
The US central bank. Determines interest rates and ensures financial system stability.

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