2012 GTQ to RUB Historical Review
A comprehensive breakdown of exchange rate performance throughout the year 2012.
2012 GTQ to RUB Performance & Market Timing Review
Analysis of key historical highlights and timing insights for 2012
During 2012, the GTQ to RUB exchange rate experienced significant fluctuation. The market reached its absolute peak on June 1, valuing the pair at 4.3378. Conversely, the yearly low was recorded on February 24, dropping to 3.7303.
This high-to-low spread represents a total annual volatility of 0.6075 RUB. From a start-to-finish perspective, comparing the January average rate of 4.0132 to the December average rate of 3.8925, the exchange rate registered a net change of -3.01% (reflecting a weakening trend).
Looking at year-over-year peak valuations, the 2012 high of 4.3378 was up 3.83% compared to the 2011 peak of 4.1778, indicating shifts in long-term support levels.
Comparing the value generated converting 5,000 GTQ based on timing:
Trend Visualization
Monthly average fluctuations over the course of 2012.
GTQ to RUB 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 3.9354, compared to 3.9937 in the second half (H2: Jul–Dec). This shows that the rate was stronger in the second half (Jul–Dec) by a margin of 0.0583 points.
Volatility Range Comparison
VolatilityThe most volatile month in 2012 was May, with a trading range of 0.4930 RUB (High: 4.2697 / Low: 3.7767). On the other end, April was the most stable month, with a tight range of 0.0913 RUB (High: 3.8578 / Low: 3.7665).
Growth Streaks & Declines
TrendsBetween March and June, the exchange rate recorded its longest consecutive growth streak of the year, climbing for 3 straight months. Conversely, the sharpest month-over-month decline occurred between January and February, when the average rate fell by 0.1773 points.
Same-Month Historical Baseline
YoY BaselineComparing the current year's strongest month average (June 2012: 4.1959) against the same month in 2011 (average: 3.5883), the exchange rate shifted by +0.6076 (+16.93%).
Monthly Breakdown
Statistical summary for each calendar month.
| Month | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.1230 | 3.8624 | 4.0132 |
| February | 3.9094 | 3.7303 | 3.8359 |
| March | 3.8367 | 3.7398 | 3.7928 |
| April | 3.8578 | 3.7665 | 3.8085 |
| May | 4.2697 | 3.7767 | 3.9663 |
| June | 4.3378 | 4.1160 | 4.1959 |
| July | 4.2195 | 4.0763 | 4.1463 |
| August | 4.1219 | 4.0217 | 4.0605 |
| September | 4.0895 | 3.8223 | 3.9384 |
| October | 4.0084 | 3.8803 | 3.9290 |
| November | 4.0538 | 3.8901 | 3.9955 |
| December | 3.9295 | 3.8323 | 3.8925 |