Last Friday, November 11, the price of the dollar closed the day at S/ 3.8560, according to data shared by the Central Reserve Bank of Peru. In light of this, TODAY in Libero.pe, we will inform you how much the US bill went up or down for this Saturday, November 12.
Price of the dollar in the parallel market
In the parallel market, the value of the dollar for TODAY is quoted at S/ 3.84 for buying and S/ 3.875 for selling. Meanwhile, the average in the banking market is S/ 3.842 for buying and S/ 3.868 for selling.
What time is recommended to exchange dollars?
Javier Añorga, an official from the Central Reserve Bank of Peru, recommended exchanging US bills during the morning hours between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Why? Because at these hours the foreign exchange market and financial institutions in Peru open, so exchange houses offer their best prices.
What is the 'Ocoña' dollar?
This term is used to refer to the 'street dollar' or an informal exchange rate. In fact, this is the amount that is generally used in exchange houses.
How to exchange a torn bill in Peru?
The Central Reserve Bank of Peru stated that citizens can exchange their torn bills at any office of the financial system, however, they must take into account the following recommendations.
- The Peruvian bill must have more than half of the bill.
- The watermark must be legible and the security ink must change color.
- Having the security thread.
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