2013 XAF to BIF Historical Review
A comprehensive breakdown of exchange rate performance throughout the year 2013.
2013 XAF to BIF Performance & Market Timing Review
Analysis of key historical highlights and timing insights for 2013
During 2013, the XAF to BIF exchange rate experienced significant fluctuation. The market reached its absolute peak on February 3, valuing the pair at 3.2718. Conversely, the yearly low was recorded on March 6, dropping to 2.9862.
This high-to-low spread represents a total annual volatility of 0.2856 BIF. From a start-to-finish perspective, comparing the January average rate of 3.0731 to the December average rate of 3.2292, the exchange rate registered a net change of 5.08% (reflecting a strengthening trend).
Looking at year-over-year peak valuations, the 2013 high of 3.2718 was up 5.20% compared to the 2012 peak of 3.1101, indicating shifts in long-term support levels.
Comparing the value generated converting 5,000 XAF based on timing:
Trend Visualization
Monthly average fluctuations over the course of 2013.
XAF to BIF 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 3.1159, compared to 3.1594 in the second half (H2: Jul–Dec). This shows that the rate was stronger in the second half (Jul–Dec) by a margin of 0.0435 points.
Volatility Range Comparison
VolatilityThe most volatile month in 2013 was January, with a trading range of 0.2370 BIF (High: 3.2304 / Low: 2.9934). On the other end, August was the most stable month, with a tight range of 0.0388 BIF (High: 3.1348 / Low: 3.0959).
Growth Streaks & Declines
TrendsBetween July and October, 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 February and March, when the average rate fell by 0.1141 points.
Same-Month Historical Baseline
YoY BaselineComparing the current year's strongest month average (February 2013: 3.1924) against the same month in 2012 (average: 2.6229), the exchange rate shifted by +0.5695 (+21.71%).
Monthly Breakdown
Statistical summary for each calendar month.
| Month | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.2304 | 2.9934 | 3.0731 |
| February | 3.2718 | 3.0843 | 3.1924 |
| March | 3.1354 | 2.9862 | 3.0783 |
| April | 3.1484 | 3.0702 | 3.1194 |
| May | 3.1556 | 3.0728 | 3.1078 |
| June | 3.1811 | 3.0755 | 3.1242 |
| July | 3.1116 | 3.0299 | 3.0835 |
| August | 3.1348 | 3.0959 | 3.1197 |
| September | 3.1769 | 3.0795 | 3.1334 |
| October | 3.2596 | 3.1640 | 3.2063 |
| November | 3.2084 | 3.1602 | 3.1843 |
| December | 3.2586 | 3.1994 | 3.2292 |