USD to UYU - US Dollar to Uruguayan Peso Converter

Convert US Dollar to Uruguayan Peso with real-time exchange rates

1 USD = ~38.91 UYU (rates vary)

Quick Insight

USD to UYU moves with trade mood and policy signals. For rough estimates, $100 tends to land in a few thousand UYU, depending on market conditions.

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Common USD - UYU 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

Tips & Recommendations

1Avoid airport exchange bureaus - markups can reach 10-15%
2Use ATMs with local bank cards for near mid-market rates
3Pay in local currency to avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC)
4Notify your bank before travel to prevent card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

Factors include US Federal Reserve policy, US inflation, Uruguay’s inflation, commodity prices (beef and soy), trade flows, and global risk sentiment. Market expectations for these elements drive the daily swing in USD/UYU.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

The United States and Uruguay maintain a diverse trade relationship, with goods ranging from agricultural products to manufactured components. USD/UYU movements influence pricing and competitiveness in bilateral commerce.

Key Rate Factors

•Federal Reserve decisions
•Inflation differentials between the US and Uruguay
•US-Uruguay trade balance and tariffs
•Uruguay's monetary policy and fiscal stance
•Global risk sentiment and commodity demand

Central Banks

Federal Reserve System

Washington, D.C., United States

The US central bank. Sets interest rates, manages inflation targets, and acts as lender of last resort for US banks and financial markets.

Banco Central de la República Oriental del Uruguay

Montevideo, Uruguay

Uruguay’s central bank. Controls monetary policy, manages liquidity, and aims for price stability and financial system soundness.

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