Dollar in Uruguay at $39,55 — November 6, 2026
The dollar remained at $39,55 at the best selling price. Best buy at Cambio Fenix. Also EUR, ARS, BRL. Plus the day'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 | Fenix Exchange |
| Euro EUR | $ 47,30 for 1 EUR | 0,00% vs. the previous day | Cambio Principal |
| Argentine Peso ARS | $ 0,03 for 1 ARS | 0,00% vs. the previous day | Tradelix |
| Real BRL | $ 8,10 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
1. General Market Status 📊
The Uruguayan foreign exchange market is showing dynamic activity, with 42 exchange houses operating in 7 major currencies. The US Dollar (USD) and the Euro (EUR) continue to be the currencies with the highest volume and competition. The Argentine Peso (ARS) exhibits significantly high volatility and spreads, making it a higher-risk trade.
2. Best Opportunities to Buy/Sell Major Currencies 📈
To SELL currency (you will receive more UYU for your currency):
- ARS: Tradelix (0.1500 UYU), Prex (0.0300 UYU), Fortex (0.0249 UYU)
- BRL: Cambial Exchange House (7.80 UYU), Fenix Exchange (7.75 UYU), Cambio Principal (7.70 UYU)
- EUR: Cambio Principal (45.00 UYU), Fortex (44.58 UYU), Cambio El Trébol (44.50 UYU)
- USD: Fenix Exchange (40.12 UYU), Cambio Principal (40.00 UYU), Prex (39.97 UYU)
To BUY foreign currency (you will pay less UYU for your currency):
- ARS: Cambio Obelisco (0.0300 UYU), Prex (0.0300 UYU), Fortex (0.0303 UYU)
- BRL: Itau (8.10 UYU), Cambio Varzy (8.10 UYU), Cambistar (8.10 UYU)
- EUR: Cambio Aguerrebere (47.30 UYU), Cambio Pando (47.50 UYU), Young in Cambio (47.50 UYU)
- USD: Baluma Cambio (39.55 UYU), Prex (40.78 UYU), Fortex (40.95 UYU)
3. Average Market Spread and Best Options 🔎
The overall average spread varies depending on the currency, with ARS having the highest percentage.
| Badge | Average Spread (UYA) | Average Spread (%) | Currency Exchange Houses with the Lowest Spread |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARS | 0.0936 | 411.85% | Prex (0.0000 UYU), Fortex (0.0055 UYU), Cambio Obelisco (0.0100 UYU) |
| BRL | 1.38 | 19.43% | Fenix Exchange (0.3700 UYU), Cambio Principal (0.4300 UYU), Cambial Exchange House (0.4500 UYU) |
| CHF | 7.04 | 15.46% | BROU (4.7200 UYU), Cambio Romántico (4.7200 UYU), Cambio Argentino (4.7200 UYU) |
| EUR | 4.74 | 10.92% | Cambio El Trébol (3.0000 UYU), Fortex (3.1300 UYU), Varlix (4.0000 UYU) |
| GBP | 7.17 | 13.90% | Cambio Federal (6.6300 UYU), Cambio Argentino (6.6300 UYU), Cambio Romántico (6.6300 UYU) |
| PYG | 0.000816 | 13.26% | BROU (0.00067 UYU), Cambio Federal (0.00067 UYU), Cambio Romántico (0.00067 UYU) |
| USD | 2.24 | 5.71% | Prex (0.8100 UYU), Fortex (1.1500 UYU), Cambio Fenix (1.2300 UYU) |
4. Comparison between Operation Types (Cash/Banknote and eBROU) 📱💸
| Badge | Type of Operation | Minimum Purchase | Maximum Purchase | Minimum Sale | Maximum Sale | Average Spread | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD | BILLETE | 37.15 | 40.12 | 39.55 | 42.15 | 2.24 UYU | Greater supply, more varied prices. |
| USD | eBROU | 39.65 | 39.65 | 41.05 | 41.05 | 1.40 UYU | Fixed prices, lower spread, digital convenience. |
Note: A direct comparison between the BILLETE and eBROU is only possible for the USD with the provided data. The eBROU offers more stable prices and generally a smaller spread against the USD.
5. General Recommendation for the User 👍
- For high-value or urgent transactions: Closely monitor the prices of USD y EURLooking for the best spreads at exchange bureaus with a presence in your area. Consider BROU for digital operations (eBROU) if you are looking for stability and lower costs in USD.
- For transactions involving BRL: There is good competition; look for the exchange house that offers the best buy-sell ratio according to your needs.
- Avoid transactions with ARS: Due to its extremely high spread and volatility, it is a high-risk currency for the general public.
- For less common currencies (CHF, GBP, PYG): The supply is smaller, compare the few options available and keep in mind that spreads may be wider.
Good luck with your transactions! 🍀
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
- The dollar rose and reached its highest exchange rate in the last 21 days. — Scope
- Dollar price today in Uruguay: closing rate of November 5 — Infobae
- Without intervening in the dollar market since 2021, Uruguay's Minister of Economy explained the recipe behind the country's stability. — The Nation
- Dollar today in Uruguay: this is how the exchange rate opens this Thursday, November 5, 2026 — The Debate - Uruguay
- This is how the dollar exchange rate opens today, Thursday, November 5, 2026, in Uruguayan pesos. — EL PAÍS Uruguay
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