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USD to CNY - US Dollar to Chinese Yuan Converter

Convert US Dollar to Chinese Yuan with daily ECB exchange rates

1 USD = ~6.91 CNY (rates vary)

Rates verified daily from ECB official reference ratesSource: 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.

The USD to CNY pair moves with policy news and trade data. Rely on live rates for large transfers and avoid fixed mental math.

Establish rate alerts and hedge when planning sizable payments

✈️ Travel budgeting💼 Large trade payments💸 Remittance planning

Common USD - CNY Conversions

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7d Change
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1y Change
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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

Policy decisions by the Fed and PBoC, inflation gaps, trade flows, and global risk sentiment shape the rate. Rates move as market expectations shift.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

The United States and China maintain substantial two-way trade and investment links. USD/CNY impacts pricing for imports, exports, and cross-border services, influencing business costs and consumer prices in both markets.

Key Rate Factors

  • Federal Reserve policy direction
  • People's Bank of China monetary stance
  • US-China trade balance and tariffs
  • Inflation differentials between the two economies
  • Global risk sentiment and safe-haven demand for USD

Central Banks

Federal Reserve System
Washington, D.C., United States
The US central bank; sets policy and liquidity to manage inflation and support financial stability.
People's Bank of China
Beijing, China
China's central bank; guides monetary policy and manages the exchange rate regime to achieve price 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

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