U.S - Euro Foreign Exchange Rate
Returns the US Dollar to Euro exchange rate from FRED.
Data Source
Data is sourced from the Federal Reserve H.10 release via FRED.
Notes
- May be delayed vs. real-time forex
- For real-time, use
Last("EURUSD=X") - Useful for economic research
Syntax
=USdollarToEuro()Returns
number
USD/EUR exchange rate
Examples
USD/EUR from FRED
=Last("EURUSD=X")When to Use
- Economic research with FRED data
- Historical forex analysis
- Consistent data source needs
- Academic research
When NOT to Use
| Scenario | Use Instead |
|---|---|
| Real-time forex | Last("EURUSD=X") |
| GBP rate | USdollarToPound() |
| Dollar index | USDollarWeightedAverage() |
Common Issues & FAQ
Is this real-time?
No, FRED data may be delayed. Use Last("EURUSD=X") for real-time.
Is this USD per EUR or EUR per USD?
Check FRED documentation for the exact quote convention.
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