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Live updates, breaking news, and economic events affecting the aussie dollar exchange rate. Last updated: 25 May 2026, 20:23 GMT

Current AUD/USD Rate

Upcoming Events (Next 7 Days)

Chicago Fed National Activity Index HIGH IMPACT
26 May 2026, 12:30 GMT
CB Consumer Confidence MEDIUM IMPACT
26 May 2026, 14:00 GMT
Dallas Fed Manufacturing Index HIGH IMPACT
26 May 2026, 14:30 GMT
Inflation Rate HIGH IMPACT
27 May 2026, 01:30 GMT • Forecast: 5.1%
CPI HIGH IMPACT
27 May 2026, 01:30 GMT • Forecast: 3.5%
Consumer Price Index HIGH IMPACT
27 May 2026, 01:30 GMT
Durable Goods Orders MEDIUM IMPACT
28 May 2026, 12:30 GMT • Forecast: 0.4
Durable Goods Orders Ex Defense MEDIUM IMPACT
28 May 2026, 12:30 GMT • Forecast: -0.2
Durable Goods Orders Ex Transp MEDIUM IMPACT
28 May 2026, 12:30 GMT • Forecast: 0.5
Fed Balance Sheet HIGH IMPACT
28 May 2026, 20:30 GMT

High Impact News (Last 24 Hours)

White House Adviser Hassett says ending Iran war may create room for Fed rate cut
US President Donald Trump’s chief economic adviser at the White House, Kevin Hassett, said on Monday that he is confident that an eventual drop in oil prices will create space for the US Federal Reserve (Fed) to cut the interest rates.
FXStreet Forex 15h ago
investingLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Hormuz deal hopes sink oil
Huawei targets 1.4nm chip density by 2031 with new design law to beat US sanctionsRupee may be undervalued after recent slide, RBI governor Malhotra saysNew Fed chair Warsh faces hawkish FOMC as rate cut hopes fade on Iran warPBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate for today at 6.8318 (vs. estimate at 6.7880)Singapore central bank signals rate stability ahead as Singapore Q1 growth beats forecastsSingapore smashes growth estimates but trade ministry flags Middle East risksLagarde flags ECB inflation f...
ForexLive 15h ago
New Fed chair Warsh faces hawkish FOMC as rate cut hopes fade on Iran war
Kevin Warsh is Fed chair just as FOMC minutes and Fed officials signal that rate cuts are off the table, with hikes a growing possibility if inflation stays elevated.Summary:Kevin Warsh inheriting a committee increasingly aligned toward a prolonged hold or possible tighteningApril FOMC minutes dropped the "nimble" flexibility language in favour of wording indicating policy may need to stay restrictive for longer than previously expectedThree members dissented in favour of removing the statement'...
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Latest AUD/USD News

ForexLive 25 May 2026, 18:20 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
The AUDUSD has moved sharply higher as improving risk sentiment and hopes for diplomatic progress in the Middle East have helped fuel broader risk-on flows across the currency market. Commodity-linked currencies like the Australian dollar have benefited from the shift in sentiment, with traders moving away from safe-haven positioning and back toward higher-growth and higher-beta assets.Technically, the pair spent time trading above and below its 200-hour moving average at 0.71608 earlier in the ...
FXStreet Forex 25 May 2026, 09:07 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
Philip Wee at DBS highlights uncertainty around new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s approach, noting President Trump’s preference for lower rates and Warsh’s reform-oriented stance.
FXStreet Forex 25 May 2026, 08:57 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
UOB’s Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann report that AUD/USD rebounded sharply after recent weakness, with the pair swinging between 0.7100 and 0.7168 and now trading near 0.7155.
FXStreet Forex 25 May 2026, 08:53 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
AUD/USD holds ground after two days of losses, trading around 0.7170 during the early European hours on Monday. The pair appreciates as the Australian Dollar (AUD) receives support from fading safe-haven demand in anticipation of the United States (US)-Iran accord.
FXStreet Forex 25 May 2026, 07:52 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
MUFG’s Lloyd Chan notes that higher US 2-year yields and elevated Brent prices are supporting broader USD strength, with markets now fully pricing one Fed rate hike by January 2027.
ForexLive 25 May 2026, 06:03 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
In the likes of Germany, France, Switzerland, and Austria, there will be a public holiday in observance of Whit Monday (general naming convention). However, the Euronext and Xetra bourses/platforms will be open for trading although the Swiss stock exchange will be closed.So even with some markets being open, don't expect much liquidity to feed through to broader markets today. That will make for rather exacerbated price action moves to any news or headlines. I'm not saying that the early risk-on...
FX Daily Report 25 May 2026, 05:25 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
AUDUSD has broken below the support of its ascending channel on the short-term time frame, and the pair is currently trading around the 0.7162 area. The post AUD/USD Channel Breakdown and Retest, Area of Interest at .7200 appeared first on FXDailyReport.Com.
FX Daily Report 25 May 2026, 05:25 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
AUDUSD has broken below the support of its ascending channel on the short-term time frame, and the pair is currently trading around the 0.7162 area. The post AUDUSD Channel Breakdown and Retest, Area of Interest at .7200 appeared first on FXDailyReport.Com.
FXStreet Forex 25 May 2026, 05:19 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
AUD/USD advances after two days of losses, trading around 0.7160 during the Asian hours on Monday. The technical analysis of the daily chart indicates that the pair moves within the rectangle pattern, suggesting a consolidation.
FXStreet Forex 25 May 2026, 04:46 GMT HIGH IMPACT
US President Donald Trump’s chief economic adviser at the White House, Kevin Hassett, said on Monday that he is confident that an eventual drop in oil prices will create space for the US Federal Reserve (Fed) to cut the interest rates.
ForexLive 25 May 2026, 04:33 GMT HIGH IMPACT
Huawei targets 1.4nm chip density by 2031 with new design law to beat US sanctionsRupee may be undervalued after recent slide, RBI governor Malhotra saysNew Fed chair Warsh faces hawkish FOMC as rate cut hopes fade on Iran warPBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate for today at 6.8318 (vs. estimate at 6.7880)Singapore central bank signals rate stability ahead as Singapore Q1 growth beats forecastsSingapore smashes growth estimates but trade ministry flags Middle East risksLagarde flags ECB inflation f...
ForexLive 25 May 2026, 02:54 GMT HIGH IMPACT
Kevin Warsh is Fed chair just as FOMC minutes and Fed officials signal that rate cuts are off the table, with hikes a growing possibility if inflation stays elevated.Summary:Kevin Warsh inheriting a committee increasingly aligned toward a prolonged hold or possible tighteningApril FOMC minutes dropped the "nimble" flexibility language in favour of wording indicating policy may need to stay restrictive for longer than previously expectedThree members dissented in favour of removing the statement'...
FXStreet Forex 25 May 2026, 02:10 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
The AUD/USD pair opens with a modest bullish gap at the start of a new week and sticks to intraday gains above mid-0.7100s through the Asian session.
FXStreet Forex 24 May 2026, 23:23 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
The AUD/USD pair gains momentum to near 0.7160 during the early Asian session on Monday.
BabyPips 22 May 2026, 23:06 GMT MEDIUM IMPACT
US-Iran peace talks whipsawed every major market this week, while a hawkish Fed, a new Fed Chair, and cratering consumer sentiment made sure no one stayed comfortable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is AUD/USD moving today?

AUD/USD movements are primarily driven by interest rate decisions from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and Federal Reserve (Fed), economic data releases from the Australian and US economies (CPI, GDP, employment), and geopolitical events. Check our live news feed above for today's specific drivers.

How often is AUD/USD news updated?

Our news feed is automatically updated every 15 minutes from trusted sources including Reuters, Bloomberg, and major forex news providers. Breaking rate alerts are generated instantly when significant moves (>0.5%) are detected.

What affects the AUD/USD exchange rate?

Key factors include Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate policies, economic data releases (Australian CPI, RBA rate decisions, employment data, commodity prices; US CPI, Federal Reserve interest rates, Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP), GDP), political events, trade balances, and market sentiment. Major announcements from RBA Governor and Board members and Fed Chair and FOMC members often trigger significant moves.