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.
05/04/2016: End of currency intervention
The Czech National Bank ended its currency intervention policy, allowing the koruna to float freely and be determined by market forces.
06/11/2013: Currency intervention
The Czech National Bank implemented a currency intervention policy to weaken the koruna and stimulate the country's economy.
05/08/2013: Devaluation of currency
Barbados devalued its currency by 10% to stimulate economic growth and competitiveness.
09/10/2008: Global financial crisis impact
The koruna experienced significant depreciation during the global financial crisis, reflecting the economic challenges faced by the Czech Republic.
30/04/2007: EU membership benefits
The Czech Republic became a member of the European Union's economic and monetary union, allowing for greater stability and cooperation for the koruna.
30/04/2004: EU Accession
The Czech Republic joined the European Union, paving the way for further integration of the koruna with European monetary policies.
24/07/1995: New currency design
Barbados introduced a new design for its currency, featuring national symbols and landmarks.
30/06/1993: Currency conversion
The Czech Republic adopted a new currency regime, shifting from a fixed exchange rate to a floating exchange rate for the koruna.
07/02/1993: Establishment of Czech koruna
The Czech koruna was introduced as the official currency of the Czech Republic following the dissolution of Czechoslovakia.
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.
01/10/1935: Introduction of Barbadian Dollar
The Barbadian Dollar was introduced as the official currency of Barbados, replacing the East Caribbean dollar.