2024-04-29 Lilangeni News

Summary of Last Week

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Trend

Overall Trend of Exchange Rates

Looking at the data provided, there appears to be a gradual increase in the exchange rate over time. The rate starts at 0.07111 on 2024-03-29 and gradually rises to a peak of 0.07409 on 2024-04-10. After this peak, the rate drops slightly and fluctuates, but generally maintains a level higher than where it began. It appears that while there are dips, the overall trend is one of growth, implying that the value of the SZL has been increasing in the period covered by this data.

Seasonality in Exchange Rates

The data does not seem to present any strong seasonality or recurring patterns. The movements in the exchange rate appear more random and do not follow a specific predictable pattern repeated at regular time intervals. There might be patterns associated with factors like opening and closing times of exchanges, weekdays vs. weekends, and economic announcements, which we are not considering here.

Outliers in the Dataset

As for outliers, those are hard to conclusively determine without knowing more about the usual volatility of this exchange rate or without applying statistical techniques. However, the rate of 0.07409 (2024-04-10, 14:00:03) could be considered an outlier, as it is the highest rate observed over the period, and it is not followed or preceded closely by similarly high figures.

Additional Observation

What is interesting to note is that there are certain times when the exchange rate remains exactly the same over consecutive data points. For example, in the data provided, there are several instances (such as from 2024-03-29 06:00:02 to 2024-03-29 08:00:04 or from 2024-04-02 18:00:03 to 2024-04-02 22:00:02) when the rate remains constant. This could be due to a lack of trading activity during these hours or the balancing effect of supply and demand.

L exchange rate recorded a hike, remarkably closing the second week of April in 2024, surprising the financial sector. Data across the last month revealed the fluctuating numbers; however, the sudden surge took market participants by surprise creating a buzz in the financial world. Dated 29th of March, 2024 begins with the entry displaying a rate of 0.07111, which soared to 0.07282 by 4th of April, 2024. The rise in the exchange rate was a significant marker as it continued to oscillate around this figure, mounting to 0.07409 by the 10th of April, only to descend afterward. Post the rise and subsequent dip, the SZL exchange rate again embarked on an upward journey. Starting at 0.07241 on 17th April, it went up by almost 0.001 in the following week, peaking at 0.07331 on the 9th of April, and finally retreating back to 0.07241 by 17th April. This stochastic behavior of the SZL exchange rate did not cease in the subsequent week. Although the rate plunged to a monthly low of 0.07113 by the 23rd of April, the month culminated with a significant jump to 0.07257 by the 26th of April and maintained within this range till the end of the month. The element of surprise was largely due to the lack of any significant economic event or policy change which could have triggered such a surge. Moreover, the rise was predominantly an isolated event, with most other major currencies remaining relatively stable during the same period. The fluctuation, especially the sudden rise in the exchange value, presents potential opportunities and challenges for both, investors and the market. On the one hand, investors with holdings in SZL benefitted from the appreciating exchange rate. However, for those seeking investment, the volatility might be a deterrent. To the exporting firms in Swaziland, the volatile exchange rate can prove to be detrimental leading to uncertainty in earning. On the contrary, importers would gain from appreciating SZL as it results in reduced costs for the imported goods. Hence, these changes in the exchange rate significantly impact the economy with its wide-ranging effects on trade. Analyzing the recent past, exchange rate predictions for the coming few weeks seem like quite a task. Given the surprising hike, the challenge for investors, exporters, importers, and key-decision-makers lies in understanding the right time to make their move. Expert advice leans towards a cautious approach, given the uncertainty surrounding the future exchange rate trend. The sudden surge reminds us of the unpredictable nature of financial markets and the constant necessity for investors and firms across the globe to stay abreast of financial happenings. In the coming days, all eyes will continue to be on the SZL exchange rate—watching for the next unexpected turn.The SZL Exchange Rates: An Unexpected Surge

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