On Monday, August 3, 2026, the unofficial exchange rate for the euro, known as the euro blue, opened at $1,810.75 for selling and $1,849.75 for buying. This rate typically exceeds the official rate, which is set by banks and offers a more stable value. The official euro rate, according to the Banco de la Nación Argentina (BNA), opened at $1,660 for buying and $1,760 for selling on the same day. Meanwhile, the euro tarjeta, also referred to as the tourist euro, was quoted at $2,281.98 for purchases. The euro blue closed differently across major Argentine banks on Monday. Banco Ciudad had a buying rate of $1,670 and a selling rate of $1,770. Banco Nación mirrored the official rate with $1,660 for buying and $1,760 for selling. Banco Supervielle offered $1,610 for buying and $1,721 for selling, while Banco BBVA listed $1,680 for buying and $1,740 for selling. The parallel market dollar, or blue dollar, opened at $1,540 for buying and $1,560 for selling. By Wednesday, August 5, 2026, the euro blue had adjusted slightly, opening at $1,793.75 for buying and $1,832.75 for selling. The official euro rate, per BNA’s board, stood at $1,670 for buying and $1,770 for selling. The euro tarjeta dropped to $2,259.37 for purchases. At the banks, Banco Ciudad and Banco Nación both showed $1,670 for buying and $1,770 for selling. Banco Supervielle remained unchanged at $1,610 for buying and $1,721 for selling, while Banco BBVA continued with $1,680 for buying and $1,740 for selling. The blue dollar saw a decline, opening at $1,525 for buying and $1,545 for selling. On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the euro blue opened at $1,804.75 for selling and $1,844.75 for buying. The official euro rate stayed consistent with $1,660 for buying and $1,760 for selling. The euro tarjeta maintained its previous level at $2,281.98 for purchases. Closing rates at the banks were similar to earlier days, with Banco Ciudad at $1,670 for buying and $1,770 for selling, Banco Nación at $1,660 for buying and $1,760 for selling, Banco Supervielle at $1,610 for buying and $1,721 for selling, and Banco BBVA at $1,680 for buying and $1,740 for selling. The blue dollar opened at $1,535 for buying and $1,555 for selling. Across the three days, the euro blue fluctuated within a range, reflecting ongoing economic pressures and currency dynamics in Argentina. The official rates remained relatively stable compared to their informal counterparts. The euro tarjeta, intended for tourists and card transactions, showed minor variations, indicating different market segments influenced by distinct factors. The blue dollar also experienced slight changes, suggesting shifts in demand and supply within the parallel market. The movements in these exchange rates highlight the disparity between formal and informal markets, driven by factors such as inflation, monetary policy, and economic confidence. These fluctuations have implications for individuals and businesses relying on foreign currencies for transactions, investments, and international trade. As the situation evolves, further monitoring of these rates will be essential to understand broader economic trends and policy impacts. The euro blue closed on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at $1,793.75 for buying and $1,832.75 for selling.
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