2021 IMP to RUB Historical Review
A comprehensive breakdown of exchange rate performance throughout the year 2021.
2021 IMP to RUB Performance & Market Timing Review
Analysis of key historical highlights and timing insights for 2021
During 2021, the IMP to RUB exchange rate experienced significant fluctuation. The market reached its absolute peak on April 9, valuing the pair at 77.4254. Conversely, the yearly low was recorded on October 26, dropping to 69.4888.
This high-to-low spread represents a total annual volatility of 7.9366 RUB. From a start-to-finish perspective, comparing the January average rate of 74.4896 to the December average rate of 73.8533, the exchange rate registered a net change of -0.85% (reflecting a weakening trend).
Looking at year-over-year peak valuations, the 2021 high of 77.4254 was down 4.36% compared to the 2020 peak of 80.9550, indicating shifts in long-term support levels.
Comparing the value generated converting 5,000 IMP based on timing:
Trend Visualization
Monthly average fluctuations over the course of 2021.
IMP 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 74.3293, compared to 73.0886 in the second half (H2: Jul–Dec). This shows that the rate was stronger in the first half (Jan–Jun) by a margin of 1.2408 points.
Volatility Range Comparison
VolatilityThe most volatile month in 2021 was November, with a trading range of 4.8418 RUB (High: 75.5813 / Low: 70.7395). On the other end, September was the most stable month, with a tight range of 1.1226 RUB (High: 73.3982 / Low: 72.2756).
Growth Streaks & Declines
TrendsBetween February and April, the exchange rate recorded its longest consecutive growth streak of the year, climbing for 2 straight months. Conversely, the sharpest month-over-month decline occurred between April and May, when the average rate fell by 2.1360 points.
Same-Month Historical Baseline
YoY BaselineComparing the current year's strongest month average (April 2021: 76.0808) against the same month in 2020 (average: 74.9425), the exchange rate shifted by +1.1382 (+1.52%).
Monthly Breakdown
Statistical summary for each calendar month.
| Month | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76.2086 | 73.3317 | 74.4896 |
| February | 76.2280 | 73.3670 | 74.3417 |
| March | 76.6653 | 72.7703 | 74.5380 |
| April | 77.4254 | 74.3984 | 76.0808 |
| May | 75.2914 | 73.2009 | 73.9447 |
| June | 73.5504 | 71.7745 | 72.5812 |
| July | 74.7467 | 73.1494 | 73.9324 |
| August | 74.3100 | 72.9747 | 73.5571 |
| September | 73.3982 | 72.2756 | 72.8916 |
| October | 72.7800 | 69.4888 | 71.3145 |
| November | 75.5813 | 70.7395 | 72.9826 |
| December | 74.7916 | 73.3338 | 73.8533 |