Convert US Dollar to Argentine Peso
USD to ARS Exchange Rate Calculator
Convert US Dollar (USD) to Argentine Peso (ARS) at the live mid-market exchange rate, refreshed every hour from Frankfurter (European Central Bank reference data). Enter any amount below for an instant conversion — free, no sign-up required.
USD/ARS Price History
Interactive USD/ARS exchange rate chart with 7-day, 30-day, and 90-day views.
About US Dollar (USD)
The United States Dollar (USD) is the world's primary reserve currency and the single most traded currency in global foreign exchange markets. Issued by the Federal Reserve System since 1913, it anchors the DXY (U.S. Dollar Index) and sits on one side of roughly 88% of all forex transactions.
- •Involved in ~88% of all daily forex turnover (BIS Triennial Survey)
- •Accounts for roughly 58% of allocated central bank reserves (IMF COFER)
- •Primary invoicing currency for global oil, metals, and most commodities
- •Dollar-denominated debt issued outside the US exceeds $13 trillion
- •The Federal Reserve sets the federal funds rate, which drives USD strength globally
About Argentine Peso (ARS)
The Argentine Peso (ARS) is the official currency used for trade and commerce. Its value against other currencies fluctuates based on market conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is ARS more volatile than most G10 currencies?
ARS is an emerging-market currency, which means it is more sensitive to global risk appetite, commodity cycles, and US Dollar strength. Daily ranges of 1–3% are common during risk-off episodes, compared to 0.5–1% for major G10 pairs.
What is a typical daily range for USD/ARS?
Daily ranges vary with volatility regimes. Majors like this pair typically move 0.5–1.2% on quiet days and 2–3% on data-release days. Check the 30-day chart above for a sense of the current range.
What economic events move USD/ARS the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are FOMC decisions, non-farm payrolls (first Friday monthly), and US CPI releases and central bank rate decisions and inflation prints. Geopolitical headlines and global risk sentiment also produce meaningful moves, especially when one currency is a safe-haven and the other is risk-sensitive.
Is it cheaper to convert USD to ARS at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market USD/ARS than traditional banks. Always compare the total delivered amount, not just the advertised "fee" — many providers embed their margin in the exchange rate itself.
Does the USD/ARS rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market USD/ARS rates don't update during that window. Retail broker spreads often widen at Sunday open as Asian desks reopen, so the first few hours of the new week can carry wider execution costs.
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