The value of the dollar in Mexico shows a downward adjustment in the day this Wednesdayreflecting a more stable international environment. For those who are interested in knowing how the exchange rate is, whether by sending remittances, international purchases or investments, knowing the price of the dollar in Mexico today, May 6, 2026, is key to carrying out your transactions.
This day, The US dollar stands at an average of $17.31 pesos per unitwhich represents a slight gain for the Mexican peso compared to the previous close. This movement suggests a moderate recovery of the national currency after several days of volatility.
During Tuesday, May 5, The peso advanced 0.75% against the dollardriven by positive expectations in the international arena. In particular, the possibility of an agreement between the United States and Iran to reduce tensions in the Gulf has generated an environment of greater confidence in financial markets.
The Bank of Mexico (Banxico) reported that The official closing of the dollar on that day was $17.3775 pesos per unitconsidering the average number of banking operations. However, by integrating the quote throughout the day, The practical closing was adjusted to $17.34 pesos per dollarconfirming the downward trend of the exchange rate.
As for the official FIX exchange ratepublished in the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF), was established at $17.3752 pesos per dollar for this Wednesday, May 6. This indicator, calculated by Banxico with snide in the wholesale market, serves as a reference for various financial operations. In addition, The exchange rate applicable for the payment of obligations in dollars remained at $17.5157 pesos per currency.
In general terms, The dollar accumulates a weekly drop of 1.6% and an annual depreciation close to 9.96% lessindicating a downward trend. However, volatility remains high, reaching levels of 9.02%, which suggests that the market remains wise to any international news.
Exchange rate in Mexican banks today
Over-the-counter quotes present differences between financial institutions. For this May 6, the purchase and sale prices in banks in Mexico are as follows:
- Affirm: buy at $16.50 pesos and sell at $18.00 pesos.
- Banco Azteca: purchase at $16.00 pesos and sale at $18.04 pesos.
- BBVA: buy at $16.33 pesos and sell at $17.87 pesos.
- Banorte: purchase at $16.15 pesos and sale at $17.75 pesos.
- Banamex: purchase at $16.85 pesos and sale at $17.82 pesos.
- Scotiabank: buy at $16.83 pesos and sell at $18.15 pesos.
In comparison, today, Banorte is positioned as one of the options with the lowest sales pricesurpassing BBVA who usually stands out in this area. For its part, Banamex remains the banking institution with the highest purchase priceclosely followed by Scotiabank.
These values change constantly during the day, so the closing price may vary when performing an operation in the branch.
Remittances and exchange rate at the border
In the case of international transfer companies, the dollar presents additional variations. This Wednesday, it is quoted at $17.05 pesos in Western Union and around $17.87 pesos in MoneyGramdepending on the type of operation.
On the northern border, specifically in Tijuanathe behavior is different from the rest of the country. At local exchange houses, The dollar is close to $16.60 pesos for purchase and $16.90 pesos for sale.which reflects its own dynamic due to its proximity to the United States.
International factors and expectations
The global environment continues to directly influence the exchange rate. The possibility of a pause in the conflict between the United States and Iran has given some respite to the markets, which translates into less pressure on the dollar.
Furthermore, the price of oil has shown a correction. Brent crude oil fell towards $100 per barrelcontributing to stabilizing the exchange market and favoring the Mexican peso.
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