Convert US Dollar to Brazilian Real
USD to BRL Exchange Rate Calculator
1 US Dollar (USD) = 5.1962 Brazilian Real (BRL) at the live mid-market rate. That means $100 USD converts to roughly 519.62 BRL, and $1,000 USD converts to about 5,196.20 BRL. The USD/BRL rate refreshes every hour from Frankfurter, which sources data from the European Central Bank reference set. Enter any amount below to convert instantly — free, no sign-up.
90-day USD/BRL context
Over the past 90 days, USD/BRL has traded between 4.9019 and 5.2019. The current rate of 5.1962 sits roughly 98% through that range — near the upper end, meaning Brazilian Real has been weaker than typical against US Dollar recently. Versus the rate 90 days ago, US Dollar has held roughly flat (+0.28%) against Brazilian Real.
USD/BRL Price History
Interactive USD/BRL 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 Brazilian Real (BRL)
The Brazilian Real (BRL) is the official currency of Brazil, the largest economy in South America. Introduced in 1994 under the Plano Real to end hyperinflation, BRL has since become one of the most-traded emerging-market currencies, known for its high yields and sharp reactions to commodity prices.
- •Introduced in July 1994 to end hyperinflation that had peaked near 2,500% annually
- •Brazil's central bank (BCB) targets 3% CPI inflation with a tolerance band
- •Brazil is the world's largest exporter of soybeans, coffee, and sugar
- •BRL is one of the highest real-yielding currencies in the G20
- •Petrobras is state-controlled and its operational news moves BRL
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is BRL more volatile than most G10 currencies?
BRL 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/BRL?
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/BRL the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are FOMC decisions, non-farm payrolls (first Friday monthly), and US CPI releases and Copom (BCB) rate decisions and Brazilian fiscal announcements. 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 BRL at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market USD/BRL 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/BRL rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market USD/BRL 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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