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MMK to USD - Myanmar Kyat to US Dollar Converter

Convert Myanmar Kyat to US Dollar with daily ECB exchange rates

1 MMK = ~0.000476 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

This currency pair is highly volatile. Always check live rates before transactions.

MMK to USD moves can be volatile. Mental math is unreliable—always verify with a live converter.

Rates can shift 5-10% in a week during instability. Use live quotes for accuracy.

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Common MMK - USD Conversions

Forex Market Hours

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

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

Key drivers include Myanmar's inflation and monetary policy, US monetary policy signals, trade balances, external financing conditions, and global risk sentiment. News on sanctions and regional stability can also shift expectations and trader behavior.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

Trade between Myanmar and the United States involves USD-denominated invoices and local currency receipts. The MMK/USD pair influences pricing for imports, capital flows, and cross-border investments, shaping how firms plan pricing, sourcing, and hedging.

Key Rate Factors

  • •Federal Reserve policy expectations
  • •Myanmar inflation and monetary stance
  • •US-Myanmar trade balance and sanctions risk
  • •Myanmar debt changes and fiscal stance
  • •Global risk appetite and safe-haven USD flows

Central Banks

Central Bank of Myanmar
Naypyidaw, Myanmar
Establishes monetary policy, manages price stability, and oversees the domestic financial system.
Federal Reserve System
Washington, D.C., USA
The US central bank sets interest rates, manages inflation, and provides liquidity to the banking system.

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