Black market dollar closes at AR$ 8,55, official rate at AR$ 5,30

dolarThe so called “blue” dollar closed today at AR$ 8,50 (buying price) and AR$8,55 (selling price). Official rate of the US currency closed at AR$ 5,30.

The Government stepped up the pressure to control black market trends and keep them below the 8-peso barrier yesterday pulling bonds to unexpected heights.

Official rate of the US currency closed at AR$ 5,245 (buying price) and AR$ 5,30 (selling price) at banks and exchange offices.

Source: Buenos Aires Herald