Historical CNY/USD Currency Converter Data
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CNY to USD Exchange Rate
Our CNY to USD converter provides real-time exchange rates. Whether you're converting Chinese Yuan to United States Dollar for travel, business, or investment purposes, our tool gives you accurate conversion results.
The CNY/USD exchange rate fluctuates throughout the day based on market conditions. Our converter uses mid-market rates to ensure you get the most accurate conversion possible.
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Currency Converter Breakdown
Convert Chinese Yuan to United States Dollar
CNY 
USD Currency Information
Learn more about the currencies our currency converter uses and the countries where they are used.
Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Symbol: ¥
Introduction: The Chinese Yuan (CNY) is the official currency of the People’s Republic of China. It is one of the most traded currencies globally and is frequently used in currency converter tools due to China’s significant role in the global economy.
History: The Yuan was first introduced in 1948 and has become a key currency in global trade. China’s rapid economic growth has led to increased internationalization of the Yuan.
Official Currency: Chinese Yuan is the official currency in:
China
United States Dollar (USD)
Symbol: $
Introduction: The United States Dollar (USD) is the official currency of the United States of America and is widely used as a standard currency in international transactions. It is also held as a reserve currency by many central banks around the world.
History: The United States Dollar was first established by the Coinage Act of 1792, which created the U.S. Mint and set the dollar’s value relative to the Spanish silver dollar. Over time, the USD has evolved from being backed by gold to a fiat currency, and it has become one of the most influential currencies in the global economy.
Official Currency: United States Dollar is the official currency in:
United States
Ecuador
El Salvador
Panama
East Timor
Zimbabwe
Micronesia
Palau
...and 1 more countries.
Key Insights: Yuan to US Dollar
Discover detailed insights and unique comparisons between the Chinese Yuan and United States Dollar.
Understanding the Managed Float System
The Chinese Yuan (CNY) operates under a managed float regime controlled by the People’s Bank of China. This means daily reference rates guide CNY/USD movements within set bands. A CNY to USD converter API allows developers to monitor these adjustments programmatically.
Trade Relations and Global Supply Chains
The U.S.–China trade relationship directly affects CNY/USD. Tariffs, policy announcements, and export demand can shift the pair’s trajectory. Businesses sourcing goods from China use a converter to forecast import costs accurately.
Capital Flows and Market Sentiment
Changes in investor sentiment toward emerging markets or U.S. yields can impact the Yuan’s performance. With a CNY to USD converter, analysts can quickly quantify these macro shifts.
Developer Integrations and Finance Applications
From ERP systems to investment dashboards, integrating a CNY to USD converter API ensures accurate FX conversions that update with official reference rates and market data.
Historical View and Policy Inflection Points
Historical CNY/USD data captures key milestones—such as the Yuan’s inclusion in the IMF’s SDR basket and major devaluation events. This context supports predictive modeling and analytics.
Quick Fact
The Yuan is also known as the Renminbi (RMB), meaning 'People’s Currency.' Use a CNY to USD converter API to track its value against the world’s benchmark currency.
Common Use Cases for Our Currency API
Explore how our API can help you integrate exchange rates for Chinese Yuan and United States Dollar into your applications.
Currency Trends Analysis
Analyze currency trends by incorporating CNY/USD data into your analytics platform.
Platform Integration
Provide reliable CNYLong to USDLong conversion for financial transactions on your platform.
Online Retail
Display product prices in CNYLong (CNY) and USDLong (USD) to enhance your e-commerce sales.
Global Financial Platforms
Expand your platform's reach by offering currency conversion from CNYLong to USDLong.
Travel Platform Integration
Integrate CNYLong and USDLong conversions into your travel service platform to improve user experience.
Excel Integration
Integrate our API with Excel to convert CNYLong to USDLong in your financial sheets.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNY to USD Currency Converter
Get answers to common questions about converting Chinese Yuan to United States Dollar and using our currency conversion API.
Are there restrictions on the number of requests I can make to the currency converter API?
Yes, the number of requests allowed is based on your pricing plan. The free tier has a limit of 1,250 requests per month.
Our paid plans allow for higher limits, starting at 20,000 requests monthly for the currency converter.
Are there penalties for exceeding the request limit of your currency converter API?
Exceeding your request limit will result in errors for any additional requests.
We recommend upgrading your plan if you anticipate higher usage to avoid interruptions with the currency converter.
Do you provide historical exchange rate data for your currency converter API?
Yes, our API offers access to historical exchange rate data. You can retrieve exchange rates for any supported currency pair from the past, allowing you to analyze trends, build financial models, and more.
Historical data is available for most currencies, some dating back to the year 2000.
How many requests can I make with your currency converter API?
The number of API requests you can make depends on your pricing plan. The free tier permits up to 1,250 requests per month.
Paid plans start at 20,000 requests and can scale to accommodate enterprise needs.
What can you tell me about the accuracy of the exchange rates from your currency converter?
Our API provides up-to-date exchange rates from trusted sources, ensuring reliability. Rates are refreshed every minute for professional plans.
This means you always have the most current data for your needs in financial applications.
Can I access past exchange rates through your currency converter API?
Certainly! Our currency converter API allows you to access historical exchange rates for any supported currency pair.
This feature helps you analyze trends over time and make informed financial decisions.
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