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NZD to USD 2026 Forecasts

Analysis of recent kiwi → dollar forecasts for 2026. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest New Zealand dollar to US dollar performance and trends.

 

The NZD to USD exchange rate is currently range-bound.

Key drivers include:

  • The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) is expected to cut interest rates, which may support the NZD in the near term.
  • Recent upbeat GDP figures in New Zealand have not significantly altered RBNZ policy expectations, contributing to the NZD's subdued performance.
  • The US economy is anticipated to weaken, with the Federal Reserve expected to implement rate cuts, potentially leading to a softer USD.

In the near term, the NZD/USD is likely to trade within a stable range, following its recent performance just above the three-month average.

An upside risk for the NZD could come from stronger trade figures in New Zealand, while a downside risk may emerge from continued global economic uncertainty impacting demand for the currency.

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NZD to USD Market Data

New Zealand dollar (NZD) to US dollar (USD) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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NZD to USD is at 7-day lows near 0.5753, just above its 3-month average, having traded in a quite stable 4.5% range from 0.5590 to 0.5842
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Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare New Zealand dollar (NZD) to US dollar (USD) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our NZD to USD calculator to see how much you could save on your international money transfers. makes it easy to compare the Total Cost you are being charged on Kiwi to Dollar currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the New Zealand dollar rise against the US dollar?

This is always a difficult question as exchange rates are influenced by many factors, so a good method to consider the New Zealand dollar vs US dollar current value is to look the NZD/USD historic rate and change over a range of periods.

The following table looks at the change in the NZD to USD exchange rate over periods from the previous week back to the last 10 years.

DateNZD/USDChangePeriod
22 Dec 2025
0.5796
0.7% ▼2 Week
07 Oct 2025
0.5797
0.7% ▼3 Month
05 Jan 2025
0.5617
2.4% ▲1 Year
06 Jan 2021
0.7305
21.2% ▼5 Year
08 Jan 2016
0.6543
12.1% ▼10 Year
10 Jan 2006
0.6931
17% ▼20 Year
NZD/USD historic rates & change to 05-Jan-2026

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Forecasts disclaimer: Please be advised that the forecasts and analysis of market data presented on BestExchangeRates.com are solely a review and compilation of forecasts from various market experts and economists. These forecasts are not meant to reflect the opinions or views of BestExchangeRates.com or its affiliates, nor should they be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in any financial transactions. Read more