USD/GHS Volatility: 2.3% Over 30 Days
USD/GHS recorded a 2.26% coefficient of variation across the 30-day observations analysed. This measures dispersion around the corridor's own 30-day average; it does not by itself predict the next move. On a USD 500 transfer, recipients currently receive approximately GHS 24 more than the prior period.
| Corridor | 30-Day Average | Volatility (CV) | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD/GHS | 11.56 | 2.26% | 🟡 Elevated |
| USD/EGP | 50.49 | 1.16% | 🟢 Above Normal |
| GBP/KES | 173.44 | 0.59% | 🟢 Above Normal |
| GBP/NGN | 1,834.08 | 0.55% | 🟢 Above Normal |
Elevated volatility appears across 4 monitored corridors. The rate data shows broader dispersion, but it does not identify the underlying cause. Volatility at this level is a 30-day structural assessment, not an intraday signal. It means the corridor has been inconsistent over an extended period — not just for one session.
Does timing matter? Yes — more than usual. In high-volatility conditions, the rate available today can differ meaningfully from tomorrow's. Senders with some flexibility may benefit from monitoring USD/GHS across a few sessions before committing.
📊 Generation summary — 9 corridors monitored | 4 elevated-volatility corridors | data: 30-day historical rates | metric: coefficient of variation (CV)