The central parity rate of the Chinese yuan (CNY) against the US dollar (USD) has been set at 6.8375, marking its highest level since March 24, 2023. This adjustment reflects a 60-point increase, indicating an appreciation of the yuan. In the interbank foreign exchange market on May 19, 2026, the USD/CNY rate was quoted at 6.8375. Other notable currency movements include the EUR/CNY at 7.9437, up 142 points, and the GBP/CNY at 9.1562, up 671 points. Meanwhile, the JPY/CNY rate decreased by 51 points to 4.2979, and the CNY/RUB rate fell by 320 points to 10.6688.