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LAK to USD - Laotian Kip to US Dollar Converter

Convert Laotian Kip to US Dollar with daily ECB exchange rates

1 LAK = ~0.000047 USD (rates vary)

Rates verified daily from ECB official reference rates•Source: European Central Bank (16:00 CET daily)•For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

Quick Insight

LAK and USD usually move gradually with market conditions. For rough checks, expect small daily changes and always verify with live quotes for accuracy.

Watch policy updates from the Lao PDR bank and the US Fed; small shifts can affect large transfers.

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Common LAK - USD Conversions

Forex Market Hours

Sydney
22:00 - 07:00 UTC
Active
Tokyo
00:00 - 09:00 UTC
Active
London
08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Closed
New York
13:00 - 22:00 UTC
Closed

Most volatile: London-NY overlap (13:00-17:00 GMT). Best spreads during high liquidity hours.

Upcoming High Impact Events

US Non-Farm Payrolls
First Friday of month
High Impact
USD pairs
ECB Rate Decision
Every 6 weeks
Medium Impact
EUR pairs

These are typical recurring economic events. Actual dates, times, and market impacts may vary. This information is for general awareness only and should not be used as the sole basis for financial decisions. Always verify current schedules from official central bank sources.

Tips & Recommendations

  • 1Airport exchange bureaus often have higher markups (10-15%) compared to other options
  • 2ATMs with local bank cards typically offer rates closer to mid-market rates
  • 3Paying in local currency helps avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC) fees
  • 4Notifying your bank before travel can help prevent unexpected card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

The rate moves with Lao monetary policy, US inflation, trade balance, commodity prices, and global risk sentiment. Policy steps by the Bank of the Lao PDR and the US Federal Reserve shape LAK/USD over time.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

Laos and the United States engage in trade across agriculture, electricity exports, and manufactured goods. The LAK/USD rate influences Lao import costs and US buyers’ pricing for Lao products.

Key Rate Factors

  • •Bank of the Lao PDR policy and money supply
  • •US inflation trends and Federal Reserve policy
  • •Laos' trade balance and commodity receipts
  • •Political stability and external financing conditions
  • •Global risk sentiment and safe-haven USD flows

Central Banks

Bank of the Lao PDR
Vientiane, Lao PDR
Laos'un para politikası ve bankacılık sistemini yöneten merkez banka; fiyat istikrarını korumak için para arzını düzenler.
Federal Reserve System
Washington, D.C., USA
ABD merkez bankası. Faiz oranlarını belirler, enflasyonu yönetir ve Amerikan bankalarına karşılık sağlayan borç veren olarak iş görür.

Exchange rates fluctuate continuously. This converter provides indicative rates for informational purposes. For large transactions, consult with a licensed financial professional.

Rates sourced from European Central Bank reference rates. ECB Reference Rates