Dollar in Uruguay at $39,55 — September 30, 2026
The dollar held steady at $39,55 at the best selling price. Best buy at Cambio Principal. Also EUR, ARS, BRL. Plus today's news.
The market that day
| Currency | Best seller | Variation | Best buy at |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar USD | $ 39,55 for 1 USD | 0,00% vs. the previous day | Cambio Principal |
| Euro EUR | $ 48,00 for 1 EUR | 0,00% vs. the previous day | Cambio Regul |
| Argentine Peso ARS | $ 0,03 for 1 ARS | 0,00% vs. the previous day | Tradelix |
| Real BRL | $ 8,13 for 1 BRL | 0,00% vs. the previous day | Cambial Currency Exchange |
"Best sell" is the lowest price at which a currency exchange was selling that currency that day; "Best buy" is the exchange that offered the best price. The change is compared to the previous day. These are reference prices taken that morning, not a bid or closing price.
Today's reading
Sure! Here's an analysis of the foreign exchange market in Uruguay as of September 30, 2026. 💹
1. General State of the Market (2026-09-30)
The Uruguayan foreign exchange market is dynamic, with 45 exchange houses operating. Quotes are available for 7 major currencies (ARS, BRL, CHF, EUR, GBP, PYG, USD) under three transaction types: CASH, eBROU (digital transfer), and TRANSFER (general). The focus is on publicly accessible quotes. The US dollar (USD) shows the highest number of quotes and a relatively low spread, indicating good liquidity.
2. Best Opportunities to Buy/Sell Major Currencies 💰
| Badge | Operation | Better for SELLING (Higher Purchase) | Best to BUY (Lowest Sale Price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARS | BILLETE | Tradelix (0.1500) | Cambio Obelisco / Prex (0.0300) |
| BRL | BILLETE | Cambial Currency Exchange (7.90) | Fenix Change (8.13) |
| CHF | BILLETE | Cambio Romántico / Federal / Argentine / BROU (46.01) | Cambio Romántico / Federal / Argentine / BROU (50.63) |
| EUR | BILLETE | Cambio Regul (45.90) | Young in Change (48.00) |
| GBP | BILLETE | Cambio Romántico / Argentine / Federal / BROU (50.44) | Cambio Romántico / Argentine / Federal / BROU (56.94) |
| PYG | BILLETE | Cambio Federal / Argentinian / BROU / Romantic (0.00653) | Cambio Federal / Argentinian / BROU / Romantic (0.00724) |
| USD | BILLETE | Cambio Principal / Fenix (40.00) | Baluma Cambio (39.55) |
| USD | EBROU | BROU (39.60) | BROU (40.95) |
| USD | TRANSFERENCIA | BROU (39.49) | BROU (40.96) |
3. Average Market Spread and Exchange Houses with the Best Spread 📉
| Badge | Average Spread | % Spread | Currency Exchange(s) with the Lowest Spread | Type of Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARS | 0.0913 | 401.14% | Prex (0) | BILLETE |
| BRL | 1.33 | 18.56% | Cambial Currency Exchange (0.2500) | BILLETE |
| CHF | 7.10 | 15.69% | Cambio Romántico / Federal / Argentine (4.62) | BILLETE |
| EUR | 4.69 | 10.61% | Cambio El Trébol (3.00) | BILLETE |
| GBP | 7.23 | 14.35% | Cambio Romántico / Argentine / Federal (6.50) | BILLETE |
| PYG | 0.000848 | 13.12% | Cambio Federal / Argentinian / BROU (0.00071) | BILLETE |
| USD | 2.21 | 5.64% | Prex (0.8000) | BILLETE |
Note: The ARS has excessively high spreads, making it inadvisable to trade it under these conditions.
4. Comparison between Operation Types (Cash/Banknote vs. eBROU) ⚖️
| Type of Operation | Advantages | Disadvantages | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| BILLETE | Immediacy, physical access to the currency. | Wider price ranges, larger spreads. | Those who need cash instantly. |
| EBROU | Greater digital convenience, potentially better exchange rates on some currencies (USD). | Requires an active bank account; it is not physical cash. | Fast and secure digital transactions. |
| TRANSFERENCIA | It can offer competitive exchange rates for larger amounts, formality. | It requires more time and more formal processes. | Important and documented transactions. |
For the USD:
- BILLETEIt offers the greatest flexibility and variety of prices, but with wider spreads overall.
- EBROU: It offers more limited and potentially more favorable quotes for buying/selling compared to the banknote in some cases.
- TRANSFERENCIAIt usually has similar exchange rates to the EBROU, but it can be slower.
5. General Recommendation for the User 👍
For Maximize your profit when selling currencies (Get more UYU for your foreign currency), search for exchange rates higher PURCHASEIf you are buying foreign currency (You need less UYU for your foreign currency), look up the exchange rates of lowest SALE.
- He USD It is the most liquid currency with the most competitive spreads, making it a safe option for trading.
- He ARS It has extremely high spreads, making it a very unfavorable option for trading at this time. 🚫
- For digital transactions and convenience, eBROU It can be a good alternative, especially for the USD.
- Always compare rates between several exchange bureaus before making a transaction, especially for less liquid currencies such as CHF, GBP, and PYG.
- Consider the geographical location of the exchange offices if you prefer in-person service. 📍
Informative commentary generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence from the market data and headlines below. It is not financial advice.
The news of that day
- Dollar exchange rate today in Uruguay: this is how it opens on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 — The Debate - Uruguay
- Indexed Unit today: UI value in Uruguayan pesos this Tuesday, September 29, 2026 — The Debate - Uruguay
- Dollar today in Uruguay: price and exchange rate of the currency this Tuesday, September 29, 2026 — Clarin.com
- This is how the dollar exchange rate opens today, Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in Uruguayan pesos. — EL PAÍS Uruguay
- Interest rates and the dollar in Uruguay: with the Fed in “tightening mode” — EL PAÍS Uruguay
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