Reuters Exchange Rate Calculator

Reuters Exchange Rate Calculator

Calculate professional-grade currency conversions based on interbank mid-market rates.

Most retail banks charge between 1% and 3%.

Conversion Summary

Gross Converted Amount:

Bank Fees / Margin Cost:

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Net Amount Received:

Understanding the Reuters Exchange Rate

The Reuters Exchange Rate refers to the interbank rate, which is the price at which major financial institutions trade currencies with each other. This is often referred to as the "Mid-Market Rate" because it represents the midpoint between the buy (bid) and sell (ask) prices on the global currency markets.

How to Use the Reuters Exchange Rate Calculator

To get an accurate estimate of your currency conversion, follow these steps:

1. Amount to Convert: Enter the total quantity of the base currency you wish to exchange.
2. Reuters Mid-Market Rate: Input the current rate as seen on financial terminals or market news sites. This is typically quoted to four decimal places (e.g., 1.0921).
3. Bank Margin: Real-world banks rarely give consumers the interbank rate. Enter the percentage your bank charges (the "spread") to see the actual amount you will receive.

Example Calculation: USD to EUR

Suppose you want to convert 5,000 USD to EUR. The Reuters mid-market rate is currently 0.9200, and your bank charges a 1.5% conversion fee.

• Gross Conversion: 5,000 × 0.9200 = 4,600.00 EUR
• Fee Calculation: 4,600.00 × 0.015 = 69.00 EUR
• Net Received: 4,600.00 – 69.00 = 4,531.00 EUR

Why the Rate Matters

Because the FX market is decentralized, rates fluctuate by the second. Reuters serves as a gold standard for institutional pricing, helping businesses and investors verify if they are getting a fair deal from their retail brokers or banks.

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