On this day in 1871: Japan adopted the Yen
In a landmark decision that would forever change the course of Japanese commerce and international trade, Japan officially adopted the ...
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Brazil’s currency drops to weakest level yet 4 as Lula’s fiscal measures debated
Brazil’s real has fallen to its weakest level against the dollar since the currency was introduced in 1994, undercut by ...
On this day in 1871: The Yen made an official monetary unit of Japan
The Japanese yen, introduced in 1871 during the Meiji period, has a rich history spanning over 150 years. Its creation ...
Nigeria’s currency has fallen to a record low as inflation surges. How did things get so bad?
Nigerians are facing one of the West African nation’s worst economic crises in years Nigerians are facing one of the ...
The Japanese yen is at 24-year lows
The Bank of Japan reportedly conducted a foreign exchange check – a move seen as a precursor for formal intervention. ...
Queen Elizabeth is featured in several currencies. Now what?
Queen Elizabeth II has been depicted on British banknotes and coins for decades Queen Elizabeth II has been depicted on ...