16/03/2015: Bank of Jamaica Act
The Bank of Jamaica Act was passed, granting the central bank greater autonomy in executing monetary policy and promoting financial stability.
12/02/2013: Currency devaluation
To stabilize the economy, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by approximately 16.5% against major currencies.
28/11/2010: IMF agreement
Jamaica reached an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a financial support program to address economic challenges.
06/10/2008: Serbia applies for EU membership
Serbia officially applied for membership in the European Union, which could potentially impact the future of the Serbian Dinar as Serbia aligns with EU policies.
03/06/2006: Montenegro adopts the Euro
Montenegro unilaterally adopted the Euro as its official currency, while Serbia continued to use the Serbian Dinar.
01/07/2003: Introduction of the Serbian Dinar
After the state union with Montenegro dissolved, Serbia reintroduced the Serbian Dinar as its national currency, replacing the New Dinar.
30/04/1994: Foreign exchange liberalization
Jamaica lifted restrictions on foreign exchange, allowing for more flexible trade and investment opportunities.
01/04/1992: Introduction of the New Dinar
Due to the breakup of Yugoslavia, Serbia introduced the New Dinar as its currency, replacing the Yugoslav Dinar.
25/03/1991: JMD devaluation
Due to economic pressures, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by 33.3%, leading to an increase in the exchange rate.
05/08/1971: Currency decimalization
Jamaica decimalized its currency, dividing the Jamaican Dollar into 100 cents instead of 20 shillings.
07/02/1969: Jamaican Dollar introduced
The Jamaican Dollar (JMD) was introduced as the official currency of Jamaica, replacing the Jamaican pound.
20/10/1944: Introduction of the Yugoslav Dinar
The Yugoslav Dinar was introduced, replacing the former currency in circulation, including the Serbian Dinar.
01/11/1918: Merger with the Yugoslav Dinar
After World War I, the Serbian Dinar merged with the Yugoslav Dinar to form a unified currency for the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes.
24/04/1868: Introduction of Serbian Dinar
The Serbian Dinar was introduced as the official currency of Serbia to replace the Ottoman akçe.