CNY vs BRL
1 CNY = 0.80334 BRL
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
CNY / BRL| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 0.77745 2026-09-29 | 0.80334 | +3.33% | 0.74107 2026-10-06 | 0.83808 2026-10-26 | |
| 3 Months | 0.75673 2026-07-29 | 0.80334 | +6.16% | 0.74107 2026-10-06 | 0.83808 2026-10-26 | |
| 6 Months | 0.72955 2026-04-29 | 0.80334 | +10.11% | 0.72076 2026-05-06 | 0.83808 2026-10-26 | |
| 1 Year | 0.75319 2025-10-29 | 0.80334 | +6.66% | 0.72076 2026-05-06 | 0.83808 2026-10-26 | |
| 3 Years | 0.67992 2023-10-27 | 0.80334 | +18.15% | 0.66762 2023-11-07 | 0.86128 2024-12-19 | |
| 5 Years | 0.88199 2021-10-29 | 0.80334 | -8.92% | 0.65922 2023-07-03 | 0.89766 2021-12-15 | |
| 10 Years | 0.47049 2016-10-28 | 0.80334 | +70.75% | 0.44369 2017-02-16 | 0.89771 2021-03-09 |
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 CNY in BRL?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 CNY equals 0.8033 BRL. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the CNY to BRL exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 0.8033 BRL per 1 CNY. 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 CNY/BRL 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 CNY to BRL exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical CNY/BRL exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About CNY / BRL
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.
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.
Key Factors Affecting CNY/BRL
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
BRL Drivers
- Brazilian interest rate (Selic rate) decisions
- Commodity prices, especially soybeans and iron ore
- Political stability and fiscal policy
- Global emerging market sentiment
💡 Did You Know? — CNY
The word 'yuan' literally means 'round' in Chinese, referring to the round shape of coins used in imperial China.
💡 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.
Economy Overview
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.
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.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22