Historic Comorian Franc Argentine peso

18/01/2021: Suspension of Eco adoption

The Central Bank of the Comoros suspended the adoption of the Eco currency, retaining the Comorian Franc as the official currency.

14/09/2020: Introduction of Currency Controls

Argentina tightens currency controls to stabilize the peso and prevent capital flight, imposing restrictions on foreign currency purchases and transfers, marking a significant shift in monetary policy.

11/08/2019: Primary Elections and Peso Devaluation

Following the primary elections, uncertainty in the financial markets leads to a significant devaluation of the peso, causing economic turmoil and further exacerbating the country's financial difficulties.

01/01/2019: Replacement of the Franc by the Eco

Comoros agreed to replace the Comorian Franc with the proposed Eco currency, along with other West African countries.

09/12/2015: Change in Government

Mauricio Macri assumes the presidency, bringing in economic reforms and liberalization policies, impacting the exchange rate and the value of the Argentine peso.

02/12/2001: Economic Crisis and Devaluation

Argentina faces a severe economic crisis, resulting in the devaluation of the peso, leading to a sharp decline in its value and triggering social and political unrest.

01/07/1997: Revaluation of the Comorian Franc

The Comorian Franc was revalued at a ratio of 1 new Franc to 75 old Francs, reducing the value of the currency.

20/06/1994: Introduction of the New Comorian Franc

Comoros introduced a new series of banknotes and coins, replacing the old Comorian Franc.

31/03/1991: Introduction of Convertibility Plan

The Convertibility Plan is implemented, fixing the exchange rate between the Argentine peso and the US dollar on a one-to-one basis, as an attempt to control inflation.

06/01/1985: Introduction of Austral as a new currency

The Argentine government replaces the peso with the Austral as the new currency, aiming to stabilize the economy and tackle hyperinflation.

29/01/1983: End of the military dictatorship

After seven years of military rule, democratic elections are held in Argentina, leading to the end of the military dictatorship and the beginning of a period of economic and political transition.

01/01/1976: Establishment of the Central Bank of Comoros

The Central Bank of Comoros was established to manage the monetary policies and issue the Comorian Franc.

06/07/1975: Independence of Comoros

Comoros gained independence from France, but continued using the Comorian Franc as its currency.

01/01/1920: Introduction of the Comorian Franc

The Comorian Franc was introduced as the official currency of Comoros by the French colonial administration.