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USD to AUD 2026 Forecasts

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

 

The USD to AUD exchange rate is currently bearish.

The main drivers include:

  • The anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, with three additional cuts expected by mid-2026, pushing the USD down.
  • Rising commodity prices are supporting the AUD as it increases demand for Australian exports.
  • Strong expectations of RBA interest hikes in early 2026, spurring potential AUD strength.

In the near term, the USD/AUD pair is expected to trade within a relatively stable range above the current price.

An upside risk could arise from unexpected improvements in US economic data, such as a robust consumer sentiment report, which might reinforce the USD. On the downside, escalating geopolitical tensions or prolonged risk aversion could further diminish the AUD's strength against the USD, impacting its exchange rate.

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USD to AUD Market Data

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

 
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USD to AUD at 1.4934 is 1.9% below its 3-month average of 1.523, having traded in a quite stable 4.2% range from 1.4888 to 1.5518
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Compare & Save - US dollar to Australian dollar

Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare US dollar (USD) to Australian dollar (AUD) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our USD to AUD 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 Dollar to Aussie currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the US dollar rise against the Australian dollar?

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

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

DateUSD/AUDChangePeriod
17 Dec 2025
1.5150
1.4% ▼2 Week
02 Oct 2025
1.5154
1.5% ▼3 Month
31 Dec 2024
1.6168
7.6% ▼1 Year
01 Jan 2021
1.2999
14.9% ▲5 Year
03 Jan 2016
1.3721
8.8% ▲10 Year
05 Jan 2006
1.3382
11.6% ▲20 Year
USD/AUD historic rates & change to 31-Dec-2025

It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.

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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