Historic Malaysian ringgit Macanese pataca

Malaysian ringgit macanese pataca history for February 2024. The highest quote for this month is 1.7081 (03/02/2024) and the lowest 1.7083 (04/02/2024). The difference between high and low is -0.01.

MYR MOP average rate for February 2024 is 1.66271, the change between 01/02/2024 and 29/02/2024 is +0.76 %.

01 February 20241 MYR = 1.662 MOP
02 February 20241 MYR = 1.665 MOP
03 February 20241 MYR = 1.708 MOP
04 February 20241 MYR = 1.708 MOP
05 February 20241 MYR = 1.684 MOP
06 February 20241 MYR = 1.660 MOP
07 February 20241 MYR = 1.654 MOP
08 February 20241 MYR = 1.654 MOP
09 February 20241 MYR = 1.652 MOP
10 February 20241 MYR = 1.693 MOP
12 February 20241 MYR = 1.651 MOP
13 February 20241 MYR = 1.652 MOP
14 February 20241 MYR = 1.651 MOP
15 February 20241 MYR = 1.645 MOP
16 February 20241 MYR = 1.646 MOP
17 February 20241 MYR = 1.686 MOP
18 February 20241 MYR = 1.686 MOP
19 February 20241 MYR = 1.648 MOP
20 February 20241 MYR = 1.645 MOP
21 February 20241 MYR = 1.641 MOP
22 February 20241 MYR = 1.642 MOP
23 February 20241 MYR = 1.649 MOP
24 February 20241 MYR = 1.688 MOP
25 February 20241 MYR = 1.688 MOP
26 February 20241 MYR = 1.648 MOP
27 February 20241 MYR = 1.648 MOP
28 February 20241 MYR = 1.654 MOP
29 February 20241 MYR = 1.649 MOP

18/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic caused a sharp decline in the value of the ringgit, as global markets experienced volatility and economic slowdown.

20/12/2019: Macao–Hong Kong Financial Cooperation Agreement signed

The Macau and Hong Kong authorities signed a financial cooperation agreement to strengthen monetary and financial stability, impacting the value and role of the Macanese pataca.

12/08/2015: Ringgit Depreciation

The Malaysian ringgit experienced a significant depreciation against major currencies due to falling oil prices and global economic uncertainties.

21/07/2005: Removal of Currency Peg

The Malaysian government removed the fixed exchange rate peg to the US dollar, allowing the ringgit to float freely based on market forces.

02/07/1997: Asian Financial Crisis

The Malaysian ringgit was heavily affected by the Asian financial crisis, leading to a currency devaluation and introduction of capital controls.

08/05/1995: Currency board system implemented

Macau adopted a currency board system, establishing a fixed exchange rate between the Macanese pataca and the Hong Kong dollar.

12/06/1985: Currency Pegged to the US Dollar

The Malaysian ringgit was pegged to the US dollar at a fixed exchange rate of RM2.50 per USD to stabilize the economy.

20/10/1977: Internationalization of the pataca

Macau allowed the international use and exchange of the Macanese pataca, strengthening its role as a stable and convertible currency.

29/08/1975: Change to Malaysian Ringgit

The Malaysian dollar was renamed as the Malaysian ringgit, with the currency symbol RM, to reflect the country's independence and identity.

12/06/1967: Introduction of the Malaysian Dollar

The Malaysian dollar was introduced as the official currency of Malaysia, replacing the Malaya and British Borneo dollar.

08/06/1967: Link with Portuguese escudo reestablished

The Macanese pataca was once again pegged to the Portuguese escudo, ending the gold standard era.

18/06/1948: Gold standard introduced

The Macanese pataca switched to the gold standard, with its value pegged to gold coins. The gold standard lasted until 1967.

17/03/1906: Silver standard established

Macau adopted the silver standard for the pataca, linking its value to silver coins in circulation. This standard remained in place until 1948.

27/10/1901: Introduction of Macanese pataca

The Macanese pataca was first introduced as the official currency of Macau, replacing the Portuguese real. It was initially pegged to the Portuguese escudo.