2012 TOP to THB Historical Review
A comprehensive breakdown of exchange rate performance throughout the year 2012.
2012 TOP to THB Performance & Market Timing Review
Analysis of key historical highlights and timing insights for 2012
During 2012, the TOP to THB exchange rate experienced significant fluctuation. The market reached its absolute peak on May 10, valuing the pair at 18.5771. Conversely, the yearly low was recorded on November 25, dropping to 17.2498.
This high-to-low spread represents a total annual volatility of 1.3272 THB. From a start-to-finish perspective, comparing the January average rate of 18.1156 to the December average rate of 17.6053, the exchange rate registered a net change of -2.82% (reflecting a weakening trend).
Looking at year-over-year peak valuations, the 2012 high of 18.5771 was down 0.01% compared to the 2011 peak of 18.5783, 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 2012.
TOP to THB 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 18.0220, compared to 17.7331 in the second half (H2: Jul–Dec). This shows that the rate was stronger in the first half (Jan–Jun) by a margin of 0.2889 points.
Volatility Range Comparison
VolatilityThe most volatile month in 2012 was May, with a trading range of 1.1437 THB (High: 18.5771 / Low: 17.4333). On the other end, December was the most stable month, with a tight range of 0.2733 THB (High: 17.6832 / Low: 17.4099).
Growth Streaks & Declines
TrendsBetween January and March, 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 0.3025 points.
Same-Month Historical Baseline
YoY BaselineComparing the current year's strongest month average (May 2012: 17.8395) against the same month in 2011 (average: 17.1343), the exchange rate shifted by +0.7052 (+4.12%).
Monthly Breakdown
Statistical summary for each calendar month.
| Month | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.2970 | 17.8871 | 18.1156 |
| February | 18.3089 | 17.8312 | 18.1504 |
| March | 18.3651 | 17.9904 | 18.1968 |
| April | 18.2665 | 17.9698 | 18.1420 |
| May | 18.5771 | 17.4333 | 17.8395 |
| June | 17.8813 | 17.5237 | 17.6875 |
| July | 18.0593 | 17.5450 | 17.7889 |
| August | 18.1594 | 17.8036 | 17.9419 |
| September | 17.9978 | 17.5542 | 17.7742 |
| October | 17.8549 | 17.4382 | 17.6148 |
| November | 17.9864 | 17.2498 | 17.6733 |
| December | 17.6832 | 17.4099 | 17.6053 |