The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) released the reference prices for buying and selling the US dollar at market close on Friday, September 25, 2026. The figures reveal a slight increase in the rates, although the Dominican peso remains strong against the dollar both in the year‑to‑date cumulative and during the day.
Financial institutions: buying and selling on the rise
At financial institutions, the buying rate was RD$57,48, while the selling rate reached RD$59,93. According to the Statistics and Regulation Division of the BCRD’s Foreign Exchange Market, both values represent a slight increase compared to the previous day.
Remittance and exchange agents: counter details
Remittance and exchange agents closed the day with a buying rate of RD$58,95 and a selling rate of RD$59,78. These figures also show a marginal increase compared with the previous day.
Context of the peso’s strengthening
The foreign exchange market report indicates that the Dominican peso has strengthened against the dollar over the year. This phenomenon is reflected both in daily movements and in the year‑to‑date cumulative trend, which can affect the competitiveness of exports and the perception of the country’s economic stability.
Implications for the local economy
A more expensive dollar can translate into lower import costs for goods and services, which benefits consumers and industry. On the other hand, companies that rely on foreign currencies can benefit from the reduced exchange gap, although they must also consider the impact on their margins and foreign investment.
Source credits: deultimominuto.com
