Historic Polish Zloty Cuban peso

01/01/2021: End of Monetary Dualism

The Cuban government completed the currency unification process, eliminating the convertible peso (CUC) and establishing a single currency system with the Cuban peso (CUP).

03/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant fluctuations in the value of the Polish Zloty, influenced by global economic uncertainties and shocks to foreign trade.

17/11/2014: National Bank of Poland Intervention

The National Bank of Poland intervened in the currency market to weaken the Polish Zloty, aiming to stimulate exports and counter deflationary pressures.

20/12/2013: Currency Unification Implementation

The Cuban government officially started the process of currency unification, gradually phasing out the convertible peso (CUC) and improving monetary policy.

25/10/2011: Currency Unification Announced

The Cuban government announced plans to eliminate the dual currency system and unify the CUP and CUC.

01/04/2011: Poland Joins the ERM II

Poland's participation in the European Exchange Rate Mechanism II aimed to facilitate converging towards the Euro and maintaining stability for the Polish Zloty.

27/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The global financial crisis had repercussions on the Polish Zloty, with the currency experiencing devaluation and higher volatility due to market uncertainty.

08/12/2004: Elimination of US Dollar Circulation

The Cuban government announced the withdrawal of the US dollar as legal tender and introduced the convertible peso (CUC) as a replacement.

01/05/2004: Poland's EU Accession

Poland's accession to the European Union had a profound impact on the Polish Zloty, as it became subject to EU regulations and influenced by the Eurozone.

07/12/1994: Dollarization Decree

Cubans were allowed to hold and transact in foreign currencies, primarily the US dollar, to counter the economic crisis.

01/08/1994: Special Period

The Cuban economy faced a severe crisis due to the collapse of the Soviet Union, leading to currency devaluation and economic reforms.

04/06/1989: Fall of Communism in Poland

The end of communist rule in Poland led to significant economic and currency reforms, including a stabilization program that strengthened the Polish Zloty.

01/01/1961: Nationalization of Banks

The Cuban government nationalized all private and foreign-owned banks, including their currency holdings.

01/01/1950: Introduction of the Polish Zloty

The Polish Zloty was introduced as the official currency of Poland, replacing the old Polish currency. It played a crucial role in rebuilding the post-war economy.