2012 TZS to LAK Historical Review
A comprehensive breakdown of exchange rate performance throughout the year 2012.
2012 TZS to LAK Performance & Market Timing Review
Analysis of key historical highlights and timing insights for 2012
During 2012, the TZS to LAK exchange rate experienced significant fluctuation. The market reached its absolute peak on May 16, valuing the pair at 5.1084. Conversely, the yearly low was recorded on July 19, dropping to 4.8687.
This high-to-low spread represents a total annual volatility of 0.2397 LAK. From a start-to-finish perspective, comparing the January average rate of 5.0433 to the December average rate of 5.0162, the exchange rate registered a net change of -0.54% (reflecting a weakening trend).
Looking at year-over-year peak valuations, the 2012 high of 5.1084 was down 7.57% compared to the 2011 peak of 5.5267, indicating shifts in long-term support levels.
Comparing the value generated converting 5,000 TZS based on timing:
Trend Visualization
Monthly average fluctuations over the course of 2012.
TZS 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 5.0408, compared to 5.0572 in the second half (H2: Jul–Dec). This shows that the rate was stronger in the second half (Jul–Dec) by a margin of 0.0164 points.
Volatility Range Comparison
VolatilityThe most volatile month in 2012 was July, with a trading range of 0.2215 LAK (High: 5.0902 / Low: 4.8687). On the other end, September was the most stable month, with a tight range of 0.0239 LAK (High: 5.1024 / Low: 5.0785).
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 October and November, when the average rate fell by 0.0564 points.
Same-Month Historical Baseline
YoY BaselineComparing the current year's strongest month average (May 2012: 5.0627) against the same month in 2011 (average: 5.2642), the exchange rate shifted by -0.2015 (-3.83%).
Monthly Breakdown
Statistical summary for each calendar month.
| Month | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.0852 | 5.0048 | 5.0433 |
| February | 5.0390 | 4.9990 | 5.0226 |
| March | 5.0261 | 4.9720 | 5.0061 |
| April | 5.0714 | 4.9717 | 5.0409 |
| May | 5.1084 | 5.0134 | 5.0627 |
| June | 5.1015 | 5.0443 | 5.0695 |
| July | 5.0902 | 4.8687 | 5.0630 |
| August | 5.1065 | 5.0817 | 5.0922 |
| September | 5.1024 | 5.0785 | 5.0894 |
| October | 5.0987 | 5.0317 | 5.0693 |
| November | 5.0356 | 4.9760 | 5.0129 |
| December | 5.0587 | 4.9779 | 5.0162 |