Historic Australian dollar Barbadian dollar

Australian dollar barbadian dollar history for October 2023. The highest quote for this month is 1.2863 (01/10/2023) and the lowest 1.2874 (01/10/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.09.

AUD BBD average rate for October 2023 is 1.25719, the change between 01/10/2023 and 31/10/2023 is +2.46 %.

01 October 20231 AUD = 1.287 BBD
02 October 20231 AUD = 1.272 BBD
03 October 20231 AUD = 1.256 BBD
04 October 20231 AUD = 1.246 BBD
05 October 20231 AUD = 1.247 BBD
06 October 20231 AUD = 1.253 BBD
07 October 20231 AUD = 1.277 BBD
08 October 20231 AUD = 1.277 BBD
09 October 20231 AUD = 1.251 BBD
10 October 20231 AUD = 1.266 BBD
11 October 20231 AUD = 1.269 BBD
12 October 20231 AUD = 1.266 BBD
13 October 20231 AUD = 1.246 BBD
16 October 20231 AUD = 1.245 BBD
17 October 20231 AUD = 1.250 BBD
18 October 20231 AUD = 1.253 BBD
19 October 20231 AUD = 1.249 BBD
20 October 20231 AUD = 1.247 BBD
21 October 20231 AUD = 1.263 BBD
22 October 20231 AUD = 1.264 BBD
23 October 20231 AUD = 1.244 BBD
24 October 20231 AUD = 1.249 BBD
25 October 20231 AUD = 1.255 BBD
26 October 20231 AUD = 1.242 BBD
27 October 20231 AUD = 1.249 BBD
28 October 20231 AUD = 1.267 BBD
29 October 20231 AUD = 1.267 BBD
30 October 20231 AUD = 1.247 BBD
31 October 20231 AUD = 1.255 BBD

26/06/2020: Currency peg under review

Barbados announced that it would review the decades-long currency peg of 2:1 with the US dollar, considering a shift to a floating exchange rate.

18/03/2020: COVID-19 pandemic impact

The Australian dollar experienced a sharp decline due to the global economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty in financial markets.

05/08/2013: Devaluation of currency

Barbados devalued its currency by 10% to stimulate economic growth and competitiveness.

13/10/2011: Record high exchange rate

The Australian dollar reached a record high exchange rate of above $1.10 against the US dollar, driven by strong commodity demand and high interest rates.

06/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The Australian dollar experienced a significant decline due to the impact of the global financial crisis, reaching a low point of around $0.60 against the US dollar.

30/06/1996: Introduction of the polymer banknotes

Australia introduced polymer banknotes, replacing the paper-based banknotes, enhancing their durability and security features.

24/07/1995: New currency design

Barbados introduced a new design for its currency, featuring national symbols and landmarks.

08/03/1983: Floating of the Australian dollar

The Australian dollar was fully floated and allowed to fluctuate freely on the foreign exchange market, leading to increased volatility.

05/05/1975: Introduction of decimalization

Barbados introduced decimalization, dividing the Barbadian Dollar into 100 cents.

01/01/1973: Fixed exchange rate

Barbados fixed its currency exchange rate to the US dollar at a rate of 2 Barbadian Dollars to 1 US Dollar.

03/07/1972: Barbados gains independence

Barbados gained independence from British rule, leading to the establishment of the Central Bank of Barbados.

12/12/1971: End of the fixed exchange rate

Australia shifted from a fixed exchange rate to a flexible exchange rate, allowing market forces to determine the value of the Australian dollar.

13/02/1966: Decimalisation of the Australian currency

Australia adopted decimal currency, replacing the pound with the Australian dollar, symbol 'A$'.

01/10/1935: Introduction of Barbadian Dollar

The Barbadian Dollar was introduced as the official currency of Barbados, replacing the East Caribbean dollar.