2014 BIF to LAK Historical Review
A comprehensive breakdown of exchange rate performance throughout the year 2014.
2014 BIF to LAK Performance & Market Timing Review
Analysis of key historical highlights and timing insights for 2014
During 2014, the BIF to LAK exchange rate experienced significant fluctuation. The market reached its absolute peak on October 5, valuing the pair at 5.2574. Conversely, the yearly low was recorded on October 12, dropping to 5.1168.
This high-to-low spread represents a total annual volatility of 0.1406 LAK. From a start-to-finish perspective, comparing the January average rate of 5.1835 to the December average rate of 5.1656, the exchange rate registered a net change of -0.35% (reflecting a weakening trend).
Looking at year-over-year peak valuations, the 2014 high of 5.2574 was down 0.76% compared to the 2013 peak of 5.2978, indicating shifts in long-term support levels.
Comparing the value generated converting 5,000 BIF based on timing:
Trend Visualization
Monthly average fluctuations over the course of 2014.
BIF to LAK Seasonal Trends & Volatility Analysis
A structured review of seasonal halves, trading extremes, consecutive streaks, and historical baselines.
Seasonal Halves (H1 vs H2)
SeasonalThe average exchange rate in the first half of the year (H1: Jan–Jun) was 5.1896, compared to 5.1788 in the second half (H2: Jul–Dec). This shows that the rate was stronger in the first half (Jan–Jun) by a margin of 0.0108 points.
Volatility Range Comparison
VolatilityThe most volatile month in 2014 was October, with a trading range of 0.1406 LAK (High: 5.2574 / Low: 5.1168). On the other end, March was the most stable month, with a tight range of 0.0308 LAK (High: 5.1940 / Low: 5.1632).
Growth Streaks & Declines
TrendsBetween February and June, the exchange rate recorded its longest consecutive growth streak of the year, climbing for 4 straight months. Conversely, the sharpest month-over-month decline occurred between September and October, when the average rate fell by 0.0331 points.
Same-Month Historical Baseline
YoY BaselineComparing the current year's strongest month average (October 2014: 5.1633) against the same month in 2013 (average: 5.1040), the exchange rate shifted by +0.0593 (+1.16%).
Monthly Breakdown
Statistical summary for each calendar month.
| Month | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.2132 | 5.1627 | 5.1835 |
| February | 5.2179 | 5.1589 | 5.1733 |
| March | 5.1940 | 5.1632 | 5.1774 |
| April | 5.2114 | 5.1775 | 5.1931 |
| May | 5.2211 | 5.1765 | 5.2023 |
| June | 5.2231 | 5.1783 | 5.2078 |
| July | 5.2410 | 5.1744 | 5.1976 |
| August | 5.2261 | 5.1738 | 5.1935 |
| September | 5.2197 | 5.1685 | 5.1964 |
| October | 5.2574 | 5.1168 | 5.1633 |
| November | 5.1772 | 5.1416 | 5.1564 |
| December | 5.2099 | 5.1259 | 5.1656 |