26/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic caused economic disruptions, leading to a decline in tourism and affecting the exchange rate of the TTD.
09/03/2012: Introduction of New Banknotes
Hungary introduced new banknotes with enhanced security features, aiming to combat counterfeiting and improve the forint's credibility.
23/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis
The global financial crisis had a significant impact on the Hungarian forint, resulting in a significant depreciation against major foreign currencies.
19/09/2008: Global Financial Crisis
The global financial crisis had a significant impact on the value of the Trinidad & Tobago Dollar and the country's economy.
01/05/2004: Accession to the European Union
Hungary joined the European Union, bringing the forint closer to the eurozone and influencing its future trajectory as an EU currency.
28/02/2001: Currency Exchange Rate Stability
The Hungarian government adopted a policy of maintaining a stable exchange rate for the forint against the euro, contributing to the currency's stability.
17/05/1993: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Trinidad & Tobago introduced polymer banknotes to replace the traditional paper currency, enhancing security and durability.
27/07/1990: Attempted Coup d'État
An attempted coup d'état took place in Trinidad & Tobago, causing economic instability and impacting the value of the TTD.
16/06/1989: Transition to a Market Economy
Hungary implemented economic reforms, including the transition from a planned economy to a market economy, with significant impacts on the forint's value and exchange rate.
31/12/1983: Floatation of the Trinidad & Tobago Dollar
Trinidad & Tobago abandoned the fixed exchange rate system, allowing the TTD to float freely against other currencies.
07/06/1976: Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago Established
The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago was established, becoming the country's central monetary authority.
01/01/1964: Introduction of the Trinidad & Tobago Dollar
The Trinidad & Tobago Dollar was introduced as the official currency, replacing the British West Indies Dollar.
20/08/1949: Forint becomes a planned economy currency
Hungary's currency, including the forint, became part of the planned socialist economy under the control of the Hungarian Workers' Party.
03/08/1946: Introduction of the Forint
The forint was introduced as the official currency of Hungary, replacing the previous pengő, which had been severely devalued during World War II.