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USD to XAF 2026 Forecasts

Analysis of recent dollar → Central African franc forecasts for 2026. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest US dollar to Central African franc performance and trends.

 

Bias: The outlook is range-bound, as the USD/XAF is near the 90-day average and remains in the middle of the 3-month range.

Key drivers:

  • Rate gap: The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain a tight monetary stance, while the Bank of Central African States has just raised its policy rate to combat declining foreign reserves, which supports the CFA franc.
  • Risk/commodities: Current oil prices remain above average, which is generally favorable for the XAF as it supports economic stability in the region.
  • Geopolitical tensions: Heightened geopolitical issues, especially related to U.S. foreign policy, are adding volatility to the USD, impacting exchange rates.

Range: The USD/XAF is likely to hold steady within its recent range, with potential movement confined to small fluctuations rather than significant swings.

What could change it:

  • Upside risk: A stronger-than-expected U.S. labor market report could boost the USD further.
  • Downside risk: Any dovish comments from Federal Reserve officials may weaken the USD.

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USD to XAF Market Data

US dollar (USD) to Central African franc (XAF) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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USD to XAF at 564.4 is near its 3-month average, having traded in a very stable 2.7% range from 556.4 to 571.4
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Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare US dollar (USD) to Central African franc (XAF) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

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Will the US dollar rise against the Central African franc?

This is always a difficult question as exchange rates are influenced by many factors, so a good method to consider the US dollar vs Central African franc current value is to look the USD/XAF historic rate and change over a range of periods.

The following table looks at the change in the USD to XAF exchange rate over periods from the previous week back to the last 10 years.

DateUSD/XAFChangePeriod
07 Jul 2023
598.01
1.5% ▼2 Week
22 Apr 2023
591.14
0.3% ▼3 Month
21 Jul 2022
641.81
8.2% ▼1 Year
22 Jul 2018
558.70
5.5% ▲5 Year
23 Jul 2013
496.53
18.7% ▲10 Year
26 Jul 2003
570.63
3.3% ▲20 Year
USD/XAF historic rates & change to 21-Jul-2023

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Forecasts disclaimer: Please be advised that the forecasts and analysis of market data presented on BestExchangeRates.com are solely a review and compilation of forecasts from various market experts and economists. These forecasts are not meant to reflect the opinions or views of BestExchangeRates.com or its affiliates, nor should they be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in any financial transactions. Read more