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USD to CNY Exchange Rate

USD to CNY — the world's most impactful currency pair after EUR/USD. China is the world's largest trading nation; USD/CNY moves affect global supply chains.

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About the USD/CNY Exchange Rate

The USD to CNY exchange rate represents how many Chinese Yuans you get for one US Dollar. USD to CNY — the world's most impactful currency pair after EUR/USD. China is the world's largest trading nation; USD/CNY moves affect global supply chains.

The rate updates every minute via our live data feed. The mid-market rate shown is the fairest benchmark — banks and exchange services typically add a margin of 0.5%–3% on top of this rate.

Common USD to CNY Conversions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is $1 in Chinese Yuan?
USD/CNY is typically around ¥7.0–¥7.3. The People's Bank of China (PBOC) manages the yuan within a trading band, setting a daily fixing rate. Check the live rate above.
Is CNY different from RMB?
RMB (Renminbi) is the official name of China's currency; CNY (Chinese Yuan) is the unit of account. They refer to the same currency — like "pound sterling" vs "pound." CNH is the offshore version traded outside mainland China and can differ slightly from the onshore CNY rate.
Is the Chinese Yuan manipulated?
The PBOC manages the yuan through a daily fixing and intervention in currency markets. The US Treasury has previously labeled China a "currency manipulator." The yuan is not freely floating — it operates in a managed float system.

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