28/07/2016: Bank of Japan announces stimulus package
The Bank of Japan announced an aggressive stimulus package and negative interest rates, causing the Yen to depreciate against major currencies.
31/07/2013: Polymer Banknotes Issued
Polymer banknotes were issued in Paraguay, enhancing durability and counterfeit resistance of currency notes.
24/10/2011: Currency Redenomination
A currency redenomination took place, where 1,000 old Guaraní became equal to 1 new Guaraní.
11/03/2011: Great East Japan Earthquake
The Tohoku earthquake and tsunami devastated Japan, leading to a decline in the Yen as reconstruction efforts strained the economy.
15/09/2008: Lehman Brothers bankruptcy
The bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers triggered a global financial crisis, resulting in a surge in the value of the Yen as investors sought safe-haven assets.
12/06/1995: Introduction of New Banknotes
New banknotes were introduced, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.
20/03/1995: Kobe earthquake
The Great Hanshin earthquake struck Kobe, causing significant damage to the Japanese economy and leading to a decline in the value of the Yen.
01/03/1990: New Currency Symbol
A new currency symbol, ₲, was officially adopted for the Paraguayan Guaraní.
22/09/1985: Plaza Accord
Japan, along with major economies, agreed to depreciate the value of the US dollar, leading to the appreciation of the Yen.
12/04/1982: Decree on Currency Stability
The Paraguayan government issued a decree to maintain the stability of the Paraguayan Guaraní.
01/03/1973: Yen becomes a floating currency
The Yen lost its fixed exchange rate and started floating against major currencies following the collapse of the Bretton Woods system.
15/12/1953: Yen is introduced
The Japanese Yen was first introduced as the official currency of Japan with the enactment of the Bank of Japan Act.
30/10/1953: Monetary Reform
A new monetary reform was implemented, replacing existing banknotes with new designs.
04/03/1943: Paraguayan Guaraní Introduced
The Paraguayan government introduced the Paraguayan Guaraní as the official currency of Paraguay.