United States dollar bangladeshi taka history for May 2023. The highest quote for this month is 106.67 (24/05/2023) and the lowest 106.24 (15/05/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.4.
USD BDT average rate for May 2023 is 105.8325, the change between 01/05/2023 and 31/05/2023 is -0.17 %.
| 15 May 2023 | 1 USD = 105.4 BDT |
| 17 May 2023 | 1 USD = 105.8 BDT |
| 24 May 2023 | 1 USD = 106.6 BDT |
| 31 May 2023 | 1 USD = 105.6 BDT |
20/03/2020: Banned Old Notes
Bangladesh bans the circulation of old 1000 Taka notes to combat counterfeit currency and encourage the use of new security-enhanced banknotes.
12/06/2011: Denomination Revamp
Bangladesh revalues its currency by dropping two zeros from the denominations, making 1000 Taka equal to 10 Taka.
01/07/2007: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Bangladesh introduces polymer banknotes for the first time, enhancing durability, security, and public acceptance of the Bangladeshi Taka.
02/03/1976: Introduction of Decimal System
Bangladesh transitions from the Indian Rupee-based monetary system to the decimal-based system, resulting in the issuance of new banknotes and coins.
15/08/1975: Assassination of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
The assassination of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh and the advocate for the Bangladeshi Taka, creates political instability and economic challenges.
04/01/1972: Introduction of Bangladeshi Taka
The Bangladeshi Taka is introduced as the national currency replacing the Pakistani Rupee at par.
25/03/1971: Declaration of Independence
Bangladesh declares independence from Pakistan, leading to the establishment of the Bangladeshi Taka as the official currency.