BRL vs CNY
1 BRL = 1.2448 CNY
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
BRL / CNY| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 1.2863 2026-09-29 | 1.2448 | -3.22% | 1.1932 2026-10-26 | 1.3494 2026-10-06 | |
| 3 Months | 1.3215 2026-07-29 | 1.2448 | -5.80% | 1.1932 2026-10-26 | 1.3494 2026-10-06 | |
| 6 Months | 1.3707 2026-04-29 | 1.2448 | -9.19% | 1.1932 2026-10-26 | 1.3874 2026-05-06 | |
| 1 Year | 1.3277 2025-10-29 | 1.2448 | -6.24% | 1.1932 2026-10-26 | 1.3874 2026-05-06 | |
| 3 Years | 1.4708 2023-10-27 | 1.2448 | -15.36% | 1.1611 2024-12-19 | 1.4979 2023-11-07 | |
| 5 Years | 1.1338 2021-10-29 | 1.2448 | +9.79% | 1.1140 2021-12-15 | 1.5169 2023-07-03 | |
| 10 Years | 2.1255 2016-10-28 | 1.2448 | -41.43% | 1.1139 2021-03-09 | 2.2538 2017-02-16 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 BRL in CNY?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 BRL equals 1.2448 CNY. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the BRL to CNY exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 1.2448 CNY per 1 BRL. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its BRL/CNY data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical BRL to CNY exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical BRL/CNY exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About BRL / CNY
BRL — Brazilian Real
The Brazilian Real is the official currency of Brazil, one of South America's major economies. It was introduced in 1994 as part of an economic stabilization plan that successfully curbed hyperinflation.
CNY — Chinese Yuan
The Chinese Yuan (also known as Renminbi) is the official currency of the People's Republic of China. It is used in international trade and was added to the IMF's SDR basket in 2016.
Key Factors Affecting BRL/CNY
BRL Drivers
- Brazilian interest rate (Selic rate) decisions
- Commodity prices, especially soybeans and iron ore
- Political stability and fiscal policy
- Global emerging market sentiment
CNY Drivers
- PBoC monetary policy and daily fixing rate
- US-China trade relations and tariffs
- Chinese GDP growth and manufacturing data
- Capital flow controls and internationalization policies
💡 Did You Know? — BRL
Before the Real was introduced in 1994, Brazil went through a long series of currency changes over the preceding decades as it battled chronic high inflation.
💡 Did You Know? — CNY
The word 'yuan' literally means 'round' in Chinese, referring to the round shape of coins used in imperial China.
Economy Overview
Brazil
Brazil has a diverse economy with strong agricultural exports (soybeans, coffee, beef), significant oil reserves, and a growing services sector. The Central Bank of Brazil sets monetary policy.
China
China is one of the world's major economies and a major global exporter. The People's Bank of China (PBoC) manages the yuan through a managed float exchange rate system.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22