2013 TOP to LAK Historical Review
A comprehensive breakdown of exchange rate performance throughout the year 2013.
2013 TOP to LAK Performance & Market Timing Review
Analysis of key historical highlights and timing insights for 2013
During 2013, the TOP to LAK exchange rate experienced significant fluctuation. The market reached its absolute peak on February 7, valuing the pair at 4619.6829. Conversely, the yearly low was recorded on September 3, dropping to 4125.2731.
This high-to-low spread represents a total annual volatility of 494.4098 LAK. From a start-to-finish perspective, comparing the January average rate of 4586.7650 to the December average rate of 4313.7490, the exchange rate registered a net change of -5.95% (reflecting a weakening trend).
Looking at year-over-year peak valuations, the 2013 high of 4619.6829 was down 2.93% compared to the 2012 peak of 4759.0789, indicating shifts in long-term support levels.
Comparing the value generated converting 5,000 TOP based on timing:
Trend Visualization
Monthly average fluctuations over the course of 2013.
TOP 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 4472.0241, compared to 4295.1427 in the second half (H2: Jul–Dec). This shows that the rate was stronger in the first half (Jan–Jun) by a margin of 176.8813 points.
Volatility Range Comparison
VolatilityThe most volatile month in 2013 was June, with a trading range of 272.8326 LAK (High: 4439.0317 / Low: 4166.1991). On the other end, December was the most stable month, with a tight range of 43.4616 LAK (High: 4347.6593 / Low: 4304.1977).
Growth Streaks & Declines
TrendsBetween July and November, 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 June and July, when the average rate fell by 96.9586 points.
Same-Month Historical Baseline
YoY BaselineComparing the current year's strongest month average (February 2013: 4580.0978) against the same month in 2012 (average: 4717.4863), the exchange rate shifted by -137.3885 (-2.91%).
Monthly Breakdown
Statistical summary for each calendar month.
| Month | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4606.3926 | 4542.9259 | 4586.7650 |
| February | 4619.6829 | 4540.0082 | 4580.0978 |
| March | 4573.4035 | 4448.5207 | 4496.7270 |
| April | 4516.7424 | 4417.5448 | 4462.9042 |
| May | 4470.6906 | 4322.7407 | 4389.5102 |
| June | 4439.0317 | 4166.1991 | 4316.1401 |
| July | 4250.4828 | 4166.8120 | 4219.1815 |
| August | 4253.6559 | 4204.6572 | 4219.9333 |
| September | 4358.7235 | 4125.2731 | 4272.1360 |
| October | 4404.5072 | 4328.0753 | 4365.9801 |
| November | 4437.8830 | 4304.8453 | 4379.8763 |
| December | 4347.6593 | 4304.1977 | 4313.7490 |