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Strong Real: Best Time to Buy Guaranis and Pesos
Guia 3 newsroom · edited by Annie GrellmannEspañolPortuguês
With the dollar at R$ 5.00, the real is at its lowest level in a 162-day series, making the purchase of guaranis and Argentine pesos more advantageous.
Between September 25 and October 26, 2026, the purchasing power of the real increased: in Argentina the real yielded 4.3% more in peso, while in Paraguay it rose 0.7%. In the last 24 hours the dollar fell 1.0% and was quoted at R$ 5.00, the lowest value in our 162-day series – the best moment for those who want to exchange currency.
The official rate used today is: US$ 1 = R$ 5.00; R$ 1 = 1,154 guaranis; R$ 1 = 306 Argentine pesos. Guarani is the currency of Paraguay and Argentine peso is that of Argentina; do not confuse the dollar rate with these quotations, as they are distinct values.
For those crossing the border to buy, the increase in purchasing power means that the same amount in reais buys more guaranis and pesos than before. For example, R$ 100.00 equals 115.4 guaranis or 30,600 pesos. This advantage can be used to purchase electronics, clothing, or pharmacy products, which are usually cheaper in the markets of Ciudad del Este and Argentina.
What this means for you: take advantage of the dollar at R$ 5.00 to exchange reais for guaranis or pesos before crossing; thus, your shopping budget goes further and you can acquire more items without needing extra money. Check the daily rate at exchange houses or apps before leaving, as the value can change quickly.
Read also: How much cash can I bring to Argentina and Paraguay?
Frequently asked questions
- What was the variation in the real's purchasing power in Argentina and Paraguay during the period analyzed?
- In Argentina the real yielded 4.3% more in peso, while in Paraguay it rose 0.7%.
- What is the dollar rate in reais that makes this moment the most favorable?
- The dollar is quoted at **R$ 5.00**, the lowest level in the 162-day series.
- How many guaranis and Argentine pesos do I buy with R$ 100.00 today?
- With R$ 100.00 you get 115.4 guaranis or 30,600 Argentine pesos, using the quotations of 1,154 guaranis and 306 pesos per real.
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