Uruguayan Peso
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Currency of South America's most stable and progressive economy; strong rule of law, low corruption; beef, soy, and wool exporter; significant financial services hub (Swiss of South America); high savings dollarisation historically; fintech and renewable energy leader
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Technical specifications, central bank governance, and market standing for Uruguayan Peso.
UYU
Standardized ISO 4217 Currency Code
$
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1/100 = Centésimo Decimals
Subdivision unit definition
Uruguay
Central Bank of Uruguay (BCU)
Central Bank of Uruguay (BCU)
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Market-determined exchange rate mechanism
Currency Standard: Fiat
Classified as Fiat in global trade networks
Banknotes
$ 20
Coins
$ 1
Global Network Integration
The FX Intelligence terminal maps the institutional footprint of the Uruguayan Peso, highlighting cross-border utilization and primary trading corridors.
Verified Authority
Regulated data streams mapped to Central Bank of Uruguay (BCU).
UYU Market Insights
Deep-dive analysis of the Uruguayan Peso's global impact, remittance role, and institutional influence.
Strong Currency Impact
Cheaper imports; lower agricultural export revenues; lower inflation
Weak Currency Impact
Boosts beef and soy exports; higher import costs; attracts Argentine capital inflows
Remittance Role
Uruguay receives modest remittances; significant inflows from Argentine upper class depositing USD in Montevideo banks during crises
Central Bank Tools
Monetary Policy Rate (TPM), Reserve Requirements, FX interventions
Common Questions About Uruguayan Peso
Everything you need to know about UYU exchange rates, banknotes, and historical significance.