2026 XAU to IMP Historical Review
A comprehensive breakdown of exchange rate performance throughout the year 2026.
2026 XAU to IMP Performance & Market Timing Review
Analysis of key historical highlights and timing insights for 2026
During 2026, the XAU to IMP exchange rate experienced significant fluctuation. The market reached its absolute peak on April 28, valuing the pair at 3465.2306. Conversely, the yearly low was recorded on July 17, dropping to 2971.5702.
This high-to-low spread represents a total annual volatility of 493.6605 IMP. From a start-to-finish perspective, comparing the January average rate of 3427.2476 to the December average rate of 3005.2601, the exchange rate registered a net change of -12.31% (reflecting a weakening trend).
Comparing the value generated converting 5,000 XAU based on timing:
Trend Visualization
Monthly average fluctuations over the course of 2026.
XAU to IMP 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 3319.2669, compared to 3026.5056 in the second half (H2: Jul–Dec). This shows that the rate was stronger in the first half (Jan–Jun) by a margin of 292.7614 points.
Volatility Range Comparison
VolatilityThe most volatile month in 2026 was June, with a trading range of 328.9552 IMP (High: 3357.8493 / Low: 3028.8942). On the other end, August was the most stable month, with a tight range of 16.0172 IMP (High: 3015.8230 / Low: 2999.8059).
Growth Streaks & Declines
TrendsNo sustained consecutive month-over-month growth streak of 2+ months occurred in 2026. Conversely, the sharpest month-over-month decline occurred between May and June, when the average rate fell by 183.6691 points.
Same-Month Historical Baseline
YoY BaselineHistorical data for the previous year (2025) is currently unavailable. Strongest month average for April 2026 is 3427.2476.
Monthly Breakdown
Statistical summary for each calendar month.
| Month | High | Low | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 3465.2306 | 3387.9648 | 3427.2476 |
| May | 3398.4849 | 3306.9788 | 3357.1111 |
| June | 3357.8493 | 3028.8942 | 3173.4421 |
| July | 3125.9964 | 2971.5702 | 3047.7510 |
| August | 3015.8230 | 2999.8059 | 3005.2601 |