Historic Lao kip Thai baht

Lao kip thai baht history for October 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.001835 (06/10/2023) and the lowest 0.001826 (09/10/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.49.

LAK THB average rate for October 2023 is 0.00178, the change between 01/10/2023 and 31/10/2023 is +3.4 %.

01 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
02 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
03 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
04 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
05 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
06 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
07 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
09 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
10 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
11 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
12 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
13 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
16 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
17 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
18 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
19 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
20 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
21 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
22 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
23 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
24 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
25 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
26 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
27 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
28 October 20231 LAK = 0.0017 THB
29 October 20231 LAK = 0.0017 THB
30 October 20231 LAK = 0.0018 THB
31 October 20231 LAK = 0.0017 THB

01/01/2021: Digitalization of the kip

The Bank of the Lao PDR introduced digital payment systems and promoted cashless transactions to modernize the use of the kip in the digital era.

15/04/2019: Coronation of King Rama X

King Maha Vajiralongkorn's coronation ceremony took place, affirming stability and continuity in the monarchy.

14/10/2013: Kip exchange rate liberalized

Laos liberalized its exchange rate regime, allowing the kip's value to be determined by market forces, leading to fluctuations in its value.

19/09/2006: 2006 Thai coup d'état

The military staged a coup overthrowing the government, causing political instability and affecting the currency.

02/07/1997: Lao kip devalued

Amidst the Asian financial crisis, the Lao government devalued the kip by approximately 20% against the US dollar.

02/07/1997: Asian Financial Crisis

The Thai baht was devalued triggering the Asian financial crisis, resulting in economic recession and structural reforms.

02/05/1980: Revaluation of the kip

The Lao government initiated a revaluation of the kip, resulting in the exchange rate of 1 new kip to 100 old kip.

01/01/1980: Currency Floatation

The Thai baht was shifted from a fixed to a floating exchange rate system, leading to increased volatility.

02/12/1976: Kip becomes the sole legal tender

The Lao kip was declared as the sole legal tender in Laos, replacing the use of other currencies within the country.

14/10/1973: October 14 Uprising

A popular uprising against the military dictatorship led to political reforms and an increase in public participation.

01/01/1952: Currency reform

Laos implemented a currency reform that replaced the French Indochinese piastre with the new kip, at an exchange rate of 100 new kip to 1 old piastre.

12/10/1945: Lao kip introduced

The Lao kip was first introduced as the official currency of Laos following the country's liberation from French colonial rule.

01/01/1942: Japanese Occupation

During World War II, Thailand was occupied by Japan, leading to the introduction of Japanese-sponsored banknotes.

24/06/1932: Siamese Revolution

The Siamese Revolution resulted in the establishment of a constitutional monarchy, marking the beginning of political changes in Thailand.