AUD/USD shifted higher after key moving averages converged to underpin prices, but today’s RBA decision will likely decide the Australian Dollar’s direction.
The Australian Dollar failed to move higher despite a sharp rally in iron ore prices. AUD/USD remains rangebound but upcoming PMI figures out of China may bolster prices.
AUD/USD may see a directional shift in price following today’s CPI print for Q1 out of Australia. Meanwhile, Japan and South Korea attempt to step up vaccination efforts.
The New Zealand Dollar rose against the US Dollar, with copper futures closing at the highest since 2011. Ahead, the Japanese Yen is eyeing the Bank of Japan after a rosy day for sentiment.
USD/JPY is testing trendline support following a third weekly loss. Yen traders will have their eyes on the upcoming Bank of Japan rate decision this week.
NZD/USD may fall further on Friday after reports that US President Joe Biden’s tax plan will nearly double capital gains rates on the most wealthy Americans.
AUD/USD rose to a lingering resistance level, buoyed by Wall Street sentiment. Renewed tensions between Australia and China may weigh on the Aussie-Dollar, however.