# PBOC USD/CNY exchange rate management > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pboc-usdcny-exchange-rate-management > Updated: 2026-09-09T01:17:29.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 7. The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) continues to manage the USD/CNY reference rate through its managed floating exchange rate system. Following a midpoint of approximately 6.7379 on August 9, 2026, the PBOC set the central reference rate at 6.7878 on August 14, a slight adjustment from the previous day’s fix of 6.7888. On August 21, 2026, the PBOC set the USD/CNY central reference rate at 6.7817, deviating from a Reuters estimate of 6.7262. This was followed by a rate of 6.7841 on August 24, up from the previous session's fix of 6.7817. On August 25, the PBOC set the daily yuan midpoint at 6.7852, which was 633 pips below the Reuters consensus estimate, marking the largest weak-side deviation since February 27. On August 26, the rate was set at 6.7829, compared to the previous day’s fix of 6.7852. On August 31, the PBOC set the central reference rate at 6.7828, an increase from the previous Friday’s fix of 6.7811. On September 9, the PBOC set the central reference rate at 6.7769, down from the previous day’s fix of 6.7804. Analysts have noted a pattern emerging since late July where the PBOC has consistently fixed the midpoint below market expectations. This strategy appears intended to moderate the yuan’s recent strength, as the currency has gained approximately 4% year-to-date. By managing the daily reference rate, the PBOC influences the onshore spot yuan to prevent rapid appreciation that could impact export competitiveness. Under this system, the renminbi is permitted to trade within a 2% band around the official midpoint. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: People’s Bank of China sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7769 The People’s Bank of China set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7769, signaling continued management of the yuan's exchange rate within its permitted trading band. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peoples-bank-of-china-sets-usdcny-reference-rate-at-67769 ### 2026-08-31: People’s Bank of China sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7828 The People’s Bank of China set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7828, up from the previous Friday's fix of 6.7811, signaling the central bank's ongoing management of the renminbi's exchange rate. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peoples-bank-of-china-sets-usdcny-reference-rate-at-67828 ### 2026-08-26: People’s Bank of China sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7829 The People’s Bank of China set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7829, continuing a pattern of fixing the yuan midpoint below market estimates to moderate recent currency appreciation. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peoples-bank-of-china-sets-usdcny-reference-rate-at-67829 ### 2026-08-24: People’s Bank of China sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7841 The People’s Bank of China set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7841, slightly higher than the previous fix of 6.7817, as part of its managed floating exchange rate system. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peoples-bank-of-china-sets-usdcny-reference-rate-at-67841 ### 2026-08-21: People’s Bank of China sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7817 The People’s Bank of China set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7817, compared to the previous day's 6.7808 and a Reuters estimate of 6.7262. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peoples-bank-of-china-sets-usdcny-reference-rate-at-67817 ### 2026-08-14: People’s Bank of China sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7878 The People’s Bank of China set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7878, compared to the previous day's 6.7888, as part of its managed floating exchange rate system. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peoples-bank-of-china-sets-usdcny-reference-rate-at-67878 ### 2026-08-09: People's Bank of China expected to set USD/CNY reference rate The PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate near 6.7379, acting as a key policy signal within China's managed floating exchange rate system. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peoples-bank-of-china-expected-to-set-usdcny-reference-rate --- Cite as: PBOC USD/CNY exchange rate management. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/pboc-usdcny-exchange-rate-management