Historic Malaysian ringgit Malawian kwacha

Malaysian ringgit malawian kwacha history for December 2023. The highest quote for this month is 365.83 (29/12/2023) and the lowest 367.26 (29/12/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.39.

MYR MWK average rate for December 2023 is 358.69357, the change between 01/12/2023 and 31/12/2023 is -0.3 %.

01 December 20231 MYR = 360.7 MWK
02 December 20231 MYR = 356.8 MWK
03 December 20231 MYR = 356.8 MWK
04 December 20231 MYR = 359.9 MWK
05 December 20231 MYR = 357.4 MWK
06 December 20231 MYR = 355.9 MWK
07 December 20231 MYR = 360.4 MWK
08 December 20231 MYR = 355.1 MWK
10 December 20231 MYR = 357.5 MWK
11 December 20231 MYR = 360.8 MWK
12 December 20231 MYR = 356.2 MWK
13 December 20231 MYR = 358.8 MWK
14 December 20231 MYR = 355.3 MWK
15 December 20231 MYR = 357.4 MWK
16 December 20231 MYR = 357.1 MWK
17 December 20231 MYR = 357.1 MWK
18 December 20231 MYR = 361.6 MWK
19 December 20231 MYR = 358.0 MWK
20 December 20231 MYR = 355.8 MWK
21 December 20231 MYR = 361.6 MWK
22 December 20231 MYR = 357.8 MWK
23 December 20231 MYR = 360.1 MWK
24 December 20231 MYR = 360.1 MWK
25 December 20231 MYR = 361.4 MWK
26 December 20231 MYR = 363.2 MWK
27 December 20231 MYR = 358.9 MWK
28 December 20231 MYR = 360.1 MWK
29 December 20231 MYR = 361.8 MWK

13/05/2020: Introduction of New Thousand Kwacha Banknotes

Malawi introduced new banknotes with higher denominations to address issues of inflation and to streamline transactions in a cash-based economy.

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.

01/05/2016: Currency Floatation

The Malawian government allowed the kwacha to float freely against other currencies, leading to a significant depreciation of the currency.

12/08/2015: Ringgit Depreciation

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

07/08/2012: Introduction of New Kwacha Coins

Malawi introduced new coins to replace smaller denominations of the kwacha banknotes, facilitating transactions and reducing the cost of producing money.

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.

10/04/2000: Introduction of New Kwacha Banknotes

Malawi introduced new banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting and to modernize the currency.

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.

14/06/1994: Malawi's First Multiparty Democratic Elections

Malawi held its first multiparty democratic elections, leading to a political and economic transition which affected the value of the kwacha.

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.

01/09/1979: First Devaluation of the Kwacha

The Malawian government devalued the kwacha by 30% in response to economic challenges and to promote exports.

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.

06/07/1971: Introduction of the Malawian Kwacha

The Malawian Kwacha (MWK) was introduced as the official currency of Malawi, replacing the Malawian pound at a rate of 2 kwacha = 1 pound.

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.