Argentine currency exchange rates continue to fluctuate significantly,wiht a complex system of official,unofficial,and parallel markets impacting daily transactions. This article details the latest values for the “blue dollar,” the official rate, and various dollar-linked options – including MEP, CCL, and the “tourist dollar” – as of Sunday, January 18th. These rates are closely monitored by economists and citizens alike as Argentina navigates ongoing economic challenges and inflation.
Dollar Exchange Rates in Argentina: Blue Market, Official Rate, MEP, and CCL
Table of Contents
- Dollar Exchange Rates in Argentina: Blue Market, Official Rate, MEP, and CCL
- How is the
official dollar
trading today, Sunday, January 18? - Value of the
Dollar CCL
today, Sunday, January 18 - Value of the
Dollar MEP
today, Sunday, January 18 - Price of the
“Tourist Dollar”
today, Sunday, January 18 - Exchange Rate of the
Crypto Dollar
today, Sunday, January 18 - Value of Bitcoin today, Sunday, January 18
The
unofficial, or “blue” dollar
is trading at 1,485 Argentine pesos for purchases and 1,505 pesos for sales, according to operators in the city of Buenos Aires. This rate is closely watched as an indicator of market sentiment.
How is the
official dollar
trading today, Sunday, January 18?
official dollar
trading today, Sunday, January 18?
In the wholesale segment, which serves as the market benchmark, the dollar is currently trading at 1,430 pesos for sales. This official rate is subject to government controls and differs significantly from the unofficial market.
Value of the
Dollar CCL
today, Sunday, January 18
Dollar CCL
today, Sunday, January 18
The
Dollar CCL
is trading at 1,519.73 pesos, and the gap with the
official dollar
stands at 6.3%. The CCL rate reflects transactions involving the purchase of Argentine securities with dollars and their subsequent sale in the local market.
Value of the
Dollar MEP
today, Sunday, January 18
Dollar MEP
today, Sunday, January 18
The
MEP dollar
is trading at 1,472.15 pesos, with a gap of 2.9% compared to the
official dollar
rate. The MEP rate is calculated through the purchase of dollar-linked bonds.
Price of the
“Tourist Dollar”
today, Sunday, January 18
“Tourist Dollar”
today, Sunday, January 18
The
“Tourist Dollar” or card dollar
– equivalent to the official dollar plus a 30% surcharge deductible from income tax – is currently at 1,891.50 pesos. This rate applies to purchases made with credit or debit cards abroad.
Exchange Rate of the
Crypto Dollar
today, Sunday, January 18
Crypto Dollar
today, Sunday, January 18
The
crypto dollar
or
Bitcoin
dollar is trading at 1,519.59 pesos, according to
Bitso
.
Value of Bitcoin today, Sunday, January 18
Bitcoin
, the most popular cryptocurrency on the market, is trading at
US$95,107
, according to
Binance
.
