The Brazilian real traded near 5.19 per USD in June, remaining close to its weakest level in two months as broad dollar strength prevailed amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. Concerns intensified after a US helicopter was shot down near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting retaliatory US strikes and boosting demand for safe-haven assets. Meanwhile, elevated US inflation and a tight labor market reinforced expectations of a hawkish Federal Reserve. In Brazil, investors also monitored a poll showing President Lula widening his lead over Senator Flávio Bolsonaro. Economic data remained resilient, with GDP expanding 1.1% in the first quarter, above expectations, while annual inflation accelerated to 4.39% in April. Market pricing now suggests a pause in the central bank's easing cycle at next week's meeting, with investors increasingly betting that the next move in interest rates will be upward.

The USD/BRL exchange rate fell to 5.0613 on June 12, 2026, down 1.02% from the previous session. Over the past month, the Brazilian Real has weakened 0.71%, but it's up by 8.72% over the last 12 months. Historically, the USDBRL reached an all time high of 6.75 in December of 2024. Brazilian Real - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on June 13 of 2026.

The USD/BRL exchange rate fell to 5.0613 on June 12, 2026, down 1.02% from the previous session. Over the past month, the Brazilian Real has weakened 0.71%, but it's up by 8.72% over the last 12 months. The Brazilian Real is expected to trade at 5.07 by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 4.89 in 12 months time.



Crosses Price Day Year Date
USDBRL 5.0761 -0.0376 -0.74% -8.46% Jun/12
EURBRL 5.8531 -0.0678 -1.14% -8.74% Jun/12
GBPBRL 6.7803 -0.0807 -1.18% -10.04% Jun/12
AUDBRL 3.5634 -0.0412 -1.14% -1.49% Jun/12
NZDBRL 2.9499 -0.0349 -1.17% -11.53% Jun/12
BRLJPY 31.3920 0.1190 0.38% 21.14% Jun/12
BRLCNY 1.3360 0.0134 1.02% 3.12% Jun/12
BRLCHF 0.1574 0.0020 1.27% 7.57% Jun/12
BRLCAD 0.2764 0.0032 1.18% 12.48% Jun/12
BRLMXN 3.3999 0.0268 0.80% -0.33% Jun/12
BRLINR 18.5964 -0.0113 -0.06% 20.31% Jun/12
BRLARS 280.8989 0.7723 0.28% 31.31% Jun/12
BRLCZK 4.0951 0.0130 0.32% 5.98% Jun/12
BRLDKK 1.2661 0.0038 0.30% 8.87% Jun/12
BRLHUF 59.7690 0.0930 0.16% -4.51% Jun/12
BRLIDR 3,492.4603 -17.5226 -0.50% 19.23% Jun/12
BRLKRW 297.5410 1.0414 0.35% 21.57% Jun/12
BRLMYR 0.7955 0.0001 0.01% 4.34% Jun/12
BRLRUB 14.2185 0.0878 0.62% -1.59% Jun/12
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Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Brazil Inflation Rate 4.72 4.39 percent May 2026
United States Inflation Rate 4.20 3.80 percent May 2026
Brazil Interest Rate 14.50 14.50 percent May 2026
United States Fed Funds Interest Rate 3.75 3.75 percent May 2026
United States Unemployment Rate 4.30 4.30 percent May 2026
Brazil Unemployment Rate 5.80 6.10 percent Apr 2026

Brazilian Real
The USDBRL spot exchange rate specifies how much one currency, the USD, is currently worth in terms of the other, the BRL. While the USDBRL spot exchange rate is quoted and exchanged in the same day, the USDBRL forward rate is quoted today but for delivery and payment on a specific future date.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
5.06 5.11 6.75 0.01 1992 - 2026 Daily

News Stream
Brazilian Real Holds Near Two-Month Low
The Brazilian real traded near 5.19 per USD in June, remaining close to its weakest level in two months as broad dollar strength prevailed amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. Concerns intensified after a US helicopter was shot down near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting retaliatory US strikes and boosting demand for safe-haven assets. Meanwhile, elevated US inflation and a tight labor market reinforced expectations of a hawkish Federal Reserve. In Brazil, investors also monitored a poll showing President Lula widening his lead over Senator Flávio Bolsonaro. Economic data remained resilient, with GDP expanding 1.1% in the first quarter, above expectations, while annual inflation accelerated to 4.39% in April. Market pricing now suggests a pause in the central bank's easing cycle at next week's meeting, with investors increasingly betting that the next move in interest rates will be upward.
2026-06-10
Real Weakens as Trade and Geopolitical Risks Mount
The Brazilian real weakened to 5.06 per USD in early June as proposed US tariffs on Brazilian products and uncertainty surrounding US-Iran negotiations weighed on investor sentiment. US authorities said the proposed measures stem from findings that Brazil and other countries have not taken sufficient steps to prevent imports of goods produced with forced labor. The prospect of higher trade barriers increased caution toward Brazilian assets. Meanwhile, rising tensions in the Middle East supported oil prices and fueled broader risk aversion. Hostilities intensified after Iranian attacks on Kuwait, while US strikes near the Strait of Hormuz and limited diplomatic progress clouded prospects for a resolution. The combination of geopolitical uncertainty and trade concerns boosted demand for the US dollar, pressuring emerging-market currencies, including the real.
2026-06-04
BRL Strengthens Slightly on Strong GDP and Easing Oil Prices
The Brazilian real strengthened slightly to 5.03 per USD in late May as the US dollar softened and oil prices retreated. Signs emerged that the US and Iran may be closer to a formal agreement, with reports indicating that both countries have reached a preliminary understanding, although US President Donald Trump has yet to endorse the terms. The prospect of restored oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz eased global inflation concerns and weighed on the dollar. Domestically, stronger-than-expected GDP data reinforced expectations that the BCB will maintain a hawkish stance. Brazil’s economy grew 1.1% in the first quarter from the previous three months, accelerating from 0.3% in Q4 2025 and marking the strongest expansion in a year. The data supported expectations of higher-for-longer interest rates, boosting the attractiveness of Brazilian assets and underpinning demand for the real.
2026-05-29