What is AUD/USD (Australian dollar - US dollar)?

Note: Low and High figures are for the trading day. AUD/USD (Australian Dollar - US Dollar) is one of the most frequently-traded currency pairs in the world. The AUD/USD rate, as shown in the real-time price chart, tells traders how many US Dollars are needed to buy a single Australian Dollar.

Why is AUD a popular currency?

The AUD/USD currency pair is popular with Foreign Exchange (FX) traders due to Australia's relatively high interest rate, stable economy and exposure to the commodities sector. What influences the AUD? 1. Interest Rates

Why does the AUD/USD exchange rate rise?

When global players are confident, they invest money back, and then the AUD exchange rate rises. AUD/USD is heavily influenced by economic and regulation information from China because Australia is a material importer to China and other Asian countries.

How has the falling cash rate impacted the Aud?

The falling cash rate has decreased the AUD's value as foreign investors withdraw their funds and chase higher returns in other countries. View an example image. 2. Commodity Prices Falling commodity prices have negatively impacted the AUD as demand for Australian Dollars to buy our commodities falls. 3. Economy