23/02/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact on the Iranian Rial
The COVID-19 pandemic, along with economic challenges, caused further depreciation of the Iranian Rial (IRR) against major currencies.
10/04/2018: Revaluation of the Iranian Rial
Iran's government announced a new currency exchange rate, devaluing the Iranian Rial (IRR) against foreign currencies.
16/03/2015: Bank of Jamaica Act
The Bank of Jamaica Act was passed, granting the central bank greater autonomy in executing monetary policy and promoting financial stability.
12/02/2013: Currency devaluation
To stabilize the economy, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by approximately 16.5% against major currencies.
24/09/2012: Imposition of International Sanctions on Iran
International sanctions were imposed on Iran, leading to a significant decline in the value of the Iranian Rial (IRR).
28/11/2010: IMF agreement
Jamaica reached an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a financial support program to address economic challenges.
30/04/1994: Foreign exchange liberalization
Jamaica lifted restrictions on foreign exchange, allowing for more flexible trade and investment opportunities.
25/03/1991: JMD devaluation
Due to economic pressures, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by 33.3%, leading to an increase in the exchange rate.
24/05/1989: Introduction of the Two-Tier Exchange Rate System
Iran implemented a two-tier exchange rate system, with different rates for essential goods and non-essential imports.
26/10/1975: Floating of the Iranian Rial
The Iranian Rial (IRR) was allowed to float against foreign currencies, marking the end of the fixed exchange rate system.
05/08/1971: Currency decimalization
Jamaica decimalized its currency, dividing the Jamaican Dollar into 100 cents instead of 20 shillings.
07/02/1969: Jamaican Dollar introduced
The Jamaican Dollar (JMD) was introduced as the official currency of Jamaica, replacing the Jamaican pound.
01/09/1957: Decimalization of the Iranian Rial
The Iranian Rial (IRR) was decimalized, dividing one Toman into 10 Rials to simplify the currency system.
01/04/1932: Introduction of the Iranian Rial
The Iranian Rial (IRR) was introduced as the official currency of Iran after replacing the Qiran.