Historic Polish Zloty South African rand

23/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

The rand experienced significant volatility and depreciation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting the country's economy and trade balance.

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.

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.

15/12/2008: Global Financial Crisis Impact

The rand plunged against major currencies due to the global financial crisis and concerns about South Africa's economic stability.

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.

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.

09/11/2001: Rand Weakens to Record Low

The rand weakened to an all-time low against the US dollar, due to global economic uncertainty and domestic political concerns.

01/01/1995: Establishment of Reserve Bank Independence

The South African Reserve Bank gained independence, allowing it to have more control over monetary policy.

27/04/1994: First Democratic Elections

The first democratic elections were held in South Africa, marking the end of apartheid and bringing political stability, positively affecting the rand's value.

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.

01/08/1982: Currency Decimalization

The rand was decimalized, with 1 rand being equal to 100 cents.

14/09/1961: Introduction of the Rand

The South African rand was introduced as the official currency, replacing the South African pound.

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.