Venezuela BCV Dollar Rate Jumps to 842 Bolivars, Accelerating Depreciation

The BCV reference rate closed at 832.49 bolivars per dollar on September 11, 2026, then jumped to 842 on September 15, indicating a sharp acceleration in bolivar depreciation. This follows a trend of gradual weakening, but the 1.1% single-day move suggests increased exchange-rate pressure, likely reflecting monetary expansion or market expectations. The move matters for inflation dynamics and economic stability in Venezuela.